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Danger! Travelers should avoid these European cities in 2025!
The article highlights dangerous cities in Europe in 2025, offers travel warnings and safety tips for vacationers.
Danger! Travelers should avoid these European cities in 2025!
Today, Europe is generally considered a safe travel destination, but there are some cities that are increasingly causing concern for travelers. A recent article on Merkur reports on the development of criminal activity in Europe, which has increased somewhat following the Covid-19 pandemic. Travelers in particular should be careful and avoid certain cities to ensure their safety. Some of these cities are known to be attractive but dangerous travel destinations.
An example of this is Venice, which attracts around 15 million tourists every year. The huge number of visitors overwhelms the infrastructure and makes the city vulnerable to criminal activity. Travelers are advised to take extra care in these crowded tourist centers to avoid falling victim to thieves or scammers.
Risk assessment based on the Crime Index
In addition to general security concerns, the Suedkurier platform publishes a list of the twelve most dangerous cities in Europe, based on the Numbeo Crime Index. This index evaluates crime in cities and looks at aspects such as the risk of burglary, propensity to violence and drug trafficking. It is important to note that no German city is listed among the twelve most dangerous cities in Europe.
| rank | City | country | Crime Index | Problematic aspects |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marseilles | France | 65.2 | High drug problem |
| 2 | Coventry | Great Britain | 65 | Reports of drug trafficking and burglaries |
| 3 | Birmingham | Great Britain | 63.6 | Vandalism and theft |
| 4 | Naples | Italy | 62.6 | Corruption and vandalism |
| 5 | Montpellier | France | 62.3 | Drug trafficking is the main problem |
| 6 | Catania | Italy | 60.8 | Corruption and vehicle theft |
| 7 | Grenoble | France | 60.4 | Fear of violent attacks |
| 8 | Lounger | Belgium | 60 | Robberies |
| 9 | Paris | France | 57.9 | High population and crime |
| 10 | Malmo | Sweden | 56.7 | – |
| 11 | Athens | Greece | 56.1 | Low average monthly salary |
| 12 | Nice | France | 55.5 | Common worries about vehicle theft |
This ranking shows that crime rates can vary greatly across European cities. While some cities such as Marseille and Coventry have particularly high scores, other cities such as Athens and Nice also face specific challenges.
The findings highlight the need for travelers to research their destination in advance and take appropriate precautions. Awareness of potential risks can help make vacationing in Europe safer and more enjoyable. Mercury and South Courier provide valuable information that can benefit any traveler.