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- Denmark is generally safe for travelers, though foreign travelers can be targeted by petty criminals.
- The Central Station, Nyhavn, and Strøget in Copenhagen are hotspots for petty crime. The use of ‘date rape’ drugs is a growing concern in Copenhagen and Aarhus.
- The authorities have warned that the terrorism risk in Denmark has risen due to potential radicalization driven by the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Risk Factors
- Petty crimes like pickpocketing and bag snatching can occur, especially in tourist areas and crowded places such as the Central Station, Nyhavn, and Strøget in Copenhagen. Theft on trains has increasingly been reported in recent years. Guard your possessions closely and avoid displaying valuables in public.
- The use of 'date rape' drugs has been an increasingly significant concern, especially in nightlife areas of Amsterdam and Rotterdam. Avoid accepting food or drinks from strangers and always keep an eye on your beverages.
- There is a latent risk posed by racially-motivated hate crimes; such incidents are usually targeted towards migrants and refugees. Organized crime groups operate on a similar scale to other Nordic and Western European countries. Foreign travelers are rarely targeted in such incidents, though violent incidents pose incidental risks to bystanders.
- The Danish authorities raised the terrorism alert to its second-highest level in March 2024, stating that the risk of terrorism in Denmark has increased due to the Israel-Hamas conflict.
- The risk of terrorism in Denmark is driven by radical Islamist groups calling for attacks in the country.
- Danish security forces have arrested individuals allegedly planning attacks in Denmark in recent years, which reflects the intent of militant actors to plan attacks as well as the security forces’ capabilities to thwart plots. To date, there have been no mass-casualty terror attacks in Denmark.
- Public transportation in Denmark is reliable and safe, with a well-connected network of buses, trains, and metro services.
- Official taxis are usually yellow or black with a “Taxi” sign on the roof. All official taxis are metered. Recommended taxi and ride-hailing apps include “Taxi 4x27” and “DRIVE NOW.”
- Cycling is a popular and safe mode of transport; use designated bike lanes and follow local traffic rules.
- Denmark has a low risk of natural disasters. Landslides can occur along cliffs/coasts lines, and pose the most prominent natural disaster risk.
- Flooding can occur in coastal areas during the winter months due to storm surges as well as in parts of Jutland and along the southern coast of the island of Lolland. Follow weather alerts and heed any warnings from authorities.