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Travelers are on the alert: The most dangerous holiday destinations in Europe!
Discover the safety of holiday regions in Italy, Spain and Greece: crime rates and safe travel destinations.
Travelers are on the alert: The most dangerous holiday destinations in Europe!
Holidays in popular destinations such as Italy, Spain and Greece have been very popular with German tourists for decades. But the high number of tourists, especially in the summer months, often leads to overcrowded city centers. However, travelers should also inform themselves about the security situation in these destinations. Current statistics from “Numbeo” show that crime is high in many popular holiday cities.
The “Crime Index” assesses how dangerous different places are for tourists. The situation is particularly alarming in some European cities. Marseille in France is considered particularly dangerous, not least because of its high murder rate. Italian cities such as Catania, Rome and Bari are also known for frequent pickpocketing and expensive taxi ride rip-offs. In France, Nice and Montpellier also have to contend with high crime rates, while in Greece the large cities of Athens and Thessaloniki are affected by noticeably high crime rates. Travelers should therefore consider alternative vacation options to find safer destinations.
The most dangerous cities in Europe
Security considerations are becoming increasingly important among travelers. Numbeo's Crime Index shows the most dangerous cities in Europe, based on surveys from over 100,000 participants worldwide. The index ranks cities based on crime rates. The ratings are divided into the following categories:
- 20-40: niedrig
- 40-60: moderat
- 60-80: hoch
The top 10 most dangerous cities in Europe according to the Crime Index are:
| Place | City | country | Crime Index |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bradford | United Kingdom | 69.2 |
| 2 | Marseilles | France | 64.7 |
| 3 | Catania | Italy | 63.9 |
| 4 | Coventry | United Kingdom | 63.6 |
| 5 | Nantes | France | 62.9 |
| 6 | Birmingham | United Kingdom | 62.6 |
| 7 | Naples | Italy | 61.7 |
| 8 | Montpellier | France | 60.5 |
| 9 | Lounger | Belgium | 60.4 |
| 10 | Nice | France | 60.1 |
Bradford, for example, faces concerns about drug use, burglaries and robberies. In Marseille the crime rate is high, especially due to drug crimes, while Catania is considered dangerous because of corruption and bribery. Within Germany, Frankfurt ranks 53rd with a crime index of 44.7. In contrast, Munich is one of the safest German cities with an index of just 18.8.
What is particularly noteworthy is that the Crime Index is based on subjective opinions and not on official crime data. In addition, differences in the prevalence and reporting of crimes between countries can influence the data.
[Der Westen] reports that when planning a vacation, travelers should not only consider the beauty of the destination, but also safety. It is therefore advisable to find out in advance about the security situation in popular holiday destinations to avoid unpleasant surprises.