Dubrovnik, Croatia, Named the Safest City in Europe
When traveling, people always consider the tourist appeal of the place they plan to visit, but one of the most important criteria is the location’s safety. Experts have compiled a ranking of the safest cities in Europe, where tourists can confidently go for a vacation.
When forming the ranking, specialists took into account the current crime levels in the cities, as well as how much crime has increased over the past five years. The list was published by Express, citing an analysis by the travel company Riviera Travel.
The Safest City — in Croatia
Dubrovnik
Pexels | Croatian city of Dubrovnik
The top spot on the ranking went to Dubrovnik, a port city on the Adriatic coast of Dalmatia in southern Croatia. Its overall safety score is 44.14.
According to the Numbeo scale, Dubrovnik received 8.76 points for crime level, which experts consider “very low.” Another 35.38 points were given for the city’s crime growth rate over the past few years, which is also considered low.
Besides safety, tourists are advised to visit Dubrovnik for its picturesque landscapes and historical landmarks. The ancient city is called a true “pearl” of the Adriatic.
Second Place — Estonia
Tallinn, Estonia
Unsplash | The Estonian capital ranked second in the safety ranking
Estonia took the second spot, specifically its capital, Tallinn, with a score of 55.81.
In addition to its safety, Tallinn is a scenic part of Estonia that deserves travelers’ attention. It is the country’s largest city and main port, located on the Gulf of Finland. Tallinn, like Dubrovnik, is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Third Place — Poland
Warsaw, Poland
Warsaw ranked third in the safest European cities ranking
The third place went to Poland’s capital, Warsaw. Experts gave the city a score of 60.19, as there has been a moderate increase in crime over the past five years. However, the current crime level in Warsaw is considered “very low.”
Other cities that made the list of Europe’s safest places include:
- Prague (Czech Republic) — 60.88 points
- Krakow (Poland) — 64.31 points
- Amsterdam (Netherlands) — 71.09 points
- Munich (Germany) — 73.74 points
However, it’s important to note that expert scores do not mean there are no risks in these cities. For example, in 2023, the Polish publication The Warsaw released a study showing that 135 crimes occur daily in Warsaw. The most dangerous district in the Polish capital is considered to be Śródmieście.
