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As of July 2026, Salzburg scores 91/100 on the IsMyTripSafe composite safety index — verdict: yes — very safe. Yes — Salzburg is one of Europe's safest cities for visitors. The main risks for visitors are pickpocketing (moderate risk) and tourist-targeted scams.
Safety Report
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Salzburg 🇦🇹
Austria · Assessed 29 July 2026
91
/ 100
Yes — very safe
Safer than ~97% of countries
What drives this score
Crime88/100GoodCrime index 29.2 / 100
Sentiment87/100GoodMostly positive
Advisories97Good
Stability83Good
Health89Good
01 · Official Guidance
Advisories
Good
Exercise normal security precautions
“Canada's official risk level for Austria: exercise normal security precautions.”
Updated 2026-07-13T14:53:10.4800879-04:00
Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Crime
Good
Homicide rate
0.9 / 100kHomicide rate · per 100kJapan0.2Switzerland0.6Austria0.9World avg5.2United States5.8Brazil19.3South Africa43.7
95
Robbery / mugging
LowMugging and armed robbery are extremely rare; isolated incidents have been reported near the railway station late at night
Pickpocketing
ModeratePickpocketing occurs mainly in crowded Old Town zones such as Getreidegasse and around Mozart's Birthplace, especially during festivals and summer weekends
03 · Environment
Health & Air
Good
Drought
Drought is on going in Albania, Austria, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Belarus, Switzerland, Czech Republic, Germany, Denmark, Spain, France, Croatia, Hungary, Italy, Liechtenstein, Monaco, Montenegro, The Republic of North Macedonia, Poland, Romania, Serbia, Russia, Sweden, Slovakia, San Marino, Ukraine, , · ~10 km away
04 · Institutions
Stability
Good
05 · Field Research
Current Situation
Stable
Traveller sentiment score
Mostly positive
87/100
Reported feel85Mostly positive
Robbery risk92Low risk
Pickpocket risk78Moderate risk
Recent traveler reports describe feeling safe while walking in the historic centre during daylight, though some note heightened vigilance in crowded markets after a June 2026 pickpocketing incident.
Yes — Salzburg is one of Europe's safest cities for visitors.
Salzburg scores 92/100 on the composite safety index, with very low violent crime, strong rule of law, and excellent health infrastructure. Recent data shows only petty theft and occasional pickpocketing as visitor risks, concentrated in the Old Town during peak tourist hours.
Recent developments
- Jun 2026Pickpocketing surge reported in Getreidegasse during the Summer Festival, with several tourists losing wallets; local police increased patrols— theworldtravelindex.com
- Jun 2026Authorities issued a warning about overcharging at a cluster of souvenir shops near the Mirabell Palace, citing multiple consumer complaints— isitsafetovisit.com
- May 2026Austrian police arrested three individuals for taxi fare fraud targeting tourists arriving at Salzburg Hauptbahnhof— travelsafe-abroad.com
Common scams
- Overcharging at tourist‑focused restaurants and cafés
- Taxi fares inflated by unlicensed drivers or missing meter
- Fake or inflated souvenir prices in high‑traffic areas
Full briefing
Salzburg remains one of Europe’s safest urban destinations, with a composite safety index of 92/100 and virtually no violent crime. The live dossier confirms only petty‑theft and occasional pickpocketing as the primary visitor risks, concentrated in the historic Old Town (Altstadt) during peak summer festivals; a June 2026 report from *theworldtravelindex.com* documented a surge in wallet thefts along Getreidegasse during the Summer Festival, prompting extra police patrols. Another recent incident, noted on *isitsafetovisit.com*, involved consumer complaints about overcharging at souvenir shops near Mirabell Palace, while *travelsafe-abroad.com* recorded arrests of three taxi operators for fare fraud targeting arrivals at Salzburg Hauptbahnhof in May 2026. Overall, travelers report feeling safe walking in the centre during daylight, though vigilance is advised in crowded markets and on public transport. To stay safe, validate your transit tickets promptly, use only licensed taxis or reputable ride‑share apps, check menu prices before ordering, and keep bags zipped and front‑facing in busy areas like Getreidegasse. These simple steps let you enjoy Salzburg’s baroque charm and Alpine backdrop with confidence.
06 · Neighbourhoods
Safest areas and areas to avoid
Our field research rated 6 Salzburg districts for visitors: 3 safer, 2 needing caution and 1 best avoided. See them plotted on the Salzburg safety map.
Lothringeravoidknown for drug activity and occasional violent altercations near the train station at night
Altstadt (Old Town)cautionhigh tourist density, pickpocketing risk in crowded spots like Getreidegasse, but generally safe during daylight
Riflingcautioncommercial hub with busy streets; petty scams reported, stay alert after dark
Maxglansaferquiet residential area, low crime, well‑served by public transport and close to hospitals
Gniglsaferprimarily residential with good infrastructure, occasional petty theft near university campuses
Aigensafersuburban district, low incident rates, family‑friendly, easy access to emergency services
07 · After Dark
Is Salzburg safe at night?
Mugging and armed robbery are extremely rare; isolated incidents have been reported near the railway station late at night
After dark, be most careful around Lothringer, Altstadt (Old Town), Rifling. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Trip Profiles
Score by traveller type
Who's travelling changes which risks matter. These re-weight Salzburg's category data for common trip types — same data, different emphasis. Run your own profile from the interactive checker.
Solo female travellerCrime +35% weight90
Solo travellerCrime +23% weight90
Family with kidsCrime +19% weight · Health & Air +12% weight90
Nightlife-focused tripCrime +28% weight90
Travellers 65+Crime +13% weight · Health & Air +16% weight · Stability +4% weight90
Business tripCrime +14% weight · Stability +6% weight90
09 · Questions
Salzburg safety FAQ
Is Salzburg safe for tourists right now?
Yes — Salzburg is one of Europe's safest cities for visitors. Salzburg scores 92/100 on the composite safety index, with very low violent crime, strong rule of law, and excellent health infrastructure. Recent data shows only petty theft and occasional pickpocketing as visitor risks, concentrated in the Old Town during peak tourist hours. (Assessed 29 July 2026.)
Which areas of Salzburg should tourists avoid?
Field research flags Lothringer as best avoided. See the district-by-district safety map.
What are the most common scams in Salzburg?
- Overcharging at tourist‑focused restaurants and cafés
- Taxi fares inflated by unlicensed drivers or missing meter
- Fake or inflated souvenir prices in high‑traffic areas
How does Salzburg compare with other places in Austria?
Salzburg ranks #3 of 6 Austria destinations we've assessed, scoring 91/100. See the Austria safety overview for the full list.
How is this Salzburg safety score calculated?
The score blends 12+ public data sources — government advisories, UNODC/World Bank crime statistics, WHO health data, live air quality and disaster alerts — with AI field research over current local reporting. The databases carry 82% of the weight; the traveller-sentiment score from field research carries 18%. Full methodology.
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