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Is Copenhagen safe?

Safety in the Danish capital

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Short answer

Copenhagen is in general a safe city to visit, and the usual precautions of any big city are enough. Take particular care with your valuables in crowds, especially around Copenhagen Central Station, City Hall Square and the start of Strøget. At night, Strøget, City Hall Square and Gothersgade can be very crowded, above all at weekends. In an emergency you call 112, and for police matters that are not urgent you call 114.

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Why

  1. Pickpockets work where crowds are thickest.
  2. Nightlife streets get crowded at weekends.
  3. Two short numbers cover emergencies and other police matters.

Details

People have occasionally posed as police officers to scam tourists in Copenhagen, so you may ask any officer who stops you for identification.

Tip

Keep your phone and wallet in a closed inside pocket when you walk through Central Station and City Hall Square.

What may differ

The situation in single areas can change, so also follow the travel advice of your own government.

Common misconception

A safe city means you do not have to watch your bag at all.

What actually happens

Pickpocketing does happen in busy spots like Central Station and Strøget, so keep valuables close there.

People also ask

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Sources

This answer is for reference only. Laws, fines and rules can change, so check the Danish authorities before you travel.

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