Europe
Is Denmark safe?
L2Exercise increased caution
Is Denmark safe?
Very safe; violent crime against visitors is rare. The real risks are bike theft, pickpockets in central Copenhagen and fast-moving cyclists.
Key facts
- US travel advisory: Level 2: Exercise increased caution, updated 2024-09-16.
- Homicide rate: 0.8 per 100,000 people (2023, UNODC via World Bank).
- Road deaths: 3.7 per 100,000 people a year (2019, WHO).
- Emergency numbers: Police 112 · Ambulance 112 · Fire 112 · All emergencies 112.
- Solo women: Very safe for solo women, including at night; take normal care in late-night nightlife areas.
Risks, scams and laws
Main risks
- Bike theft is common in cities; always lock your bike
- Pickpockets at Copenhagen Central Station and on Strøget
- Stepping into bike lanes without looking
Laws visitors break by accident
- Jaywalking and cycling without lights after dark bring on-the-spot fines.
- Carrying a knife in public without a valid reason is illegal.
- Face coverings such as burqas and niqabs are banned in public.
Safety by place in Denmark
| Place | Safety |
|---|---|
| Aarhus | 5/5 · Very safe |
| Odense | 5/5 · Very safe |
| Copenhagen | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
Quick answers
Is Denmark safe for tourists?
Very safe; violent crime against visitors is rare. The real risks are bike theft, pickpockets in central Copenhagen and fast-moving cyclists.
Is Denmark safe for solo female travelers?
Very safe for solo women, including at night; take normal care in late-night nightlife areas.
What is the emergency number in Denmark?
Police 112 · Ambulance 112 · Fire 112 · All emergencies 112.
Safety by place
Sources
- World Bank: intentional homicides
- US State Department travel advisory
- Danish Immigration Service (New to Denmark)
- EU Entry/Exit System (EES)
- Speedtest Global Index, Aug 2026
- Bolt in Copenhagen
- DSB
- World Bank open data
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