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“Exercise increased caution in the Kingdom of Denmark due to terrorism. Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in the Kingdom of Denmark.”
Updated Tue, 17 Sep 2024
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Is Herning safe? 🇩🇰
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Herning 🇩🇰
Denmark · Assessed 31 October 2026
92
/ 100
What drives this score
Crime91/100GoodCrime index 26.8 / 100
Sentiment91/100GoodVery Safe
Advisories75Good
Stability89Good
Health92Good
01 · Official Guidance
Advisories
Good
No advisory against travel
“This travel advice also covers the Faroe Islands and Greenland. Before you travel No travel can be guaranteed safe.”
Updated 2026-10-07T11:52:00Z
Full advisory →Exercise a high degree of caution
“Canada's official risk level for Denmark: exercise a high degree of caution.”
Updated 2026-10-13T05:06:55.4047575-04:00
Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Crime
Good
Mugging & robbery risk
Low risk
92
City SignalCity Web Research
Pickpocketing & theft risk
Low risk
96
City SignalCity Web Research
Visitor safety sentiment
88 / 100 (Very Safe)
88
City SignalCity Web Research
Urban scale factor
51k residents
91
City SignalCity Geocoding
Robbery / mugging
LowArmed robbery against visitors is extremely rare in Denmark, with no recent incidents reported in the dossier for Herning.
Pickpocketing
LowPickpocketing and bag-snatching are not highlighted as significant issues in Herning, but general awareness in crowded places is advised.
03 · Environment
Health & Air
Good
04 · Institutions
Stability
Good
05 · Field Research
Current Situation
Stable
Traveller sentiment score
Very Safe
91/100
Reported feel88Very Safe
Robbery risk92Low risk
Pickpocket risk96Low risk
88% of residents feel safe walking alone after dark, indicating a high level of perceived safety for visitors day and night.
Yes. Herning is a very safe city for travelers, with a low risk of crime.
Herning is a very safe destination with extremely low crime rates. The primary concern highlighted by government advisories for Denmark is terrorism, though specific threats to Herning are not detailed. Travelers should be aware of general safety precautions applicable to any travel.
Recent developments
- Apr 2026Soccer player Alamara Djabi, 19, was seriously injured in a stabbing.— People.com
- Apr 2025Danish police hunted a suspect after a Somali woman was fatally stabbed in Herning.— Hiiraan Online
Full briefing
Herning is a very safe destination with extremely low crime rates. The primary concern highlighted by government advisories for Denmark is terrorism, though specific threats to Herning are not detailed. Travelers should be aware of general safety precautions applicable to any travel.
While Denmark as a whole has very low violent crime, official advisories from the U.S., UK, and Canada recommend increased caution due to terrorism. However, the dossier indicates that armed robbery against visitors is extremely rare in Denmark, and no specific issues with pickpocketing or bag-snatching have been reported for Herning. The overall safety perception is high, with 88% of residents feeling safe walking alone after dark.
Recent incidents in the dossier include a stabbing that seriously injured a young soccer player in April 2026 and a fatal stabbing in Herning in April 2025. These incidents, while serious, appear to be isolated and do not indicate a widespread trend of violent crime targeting tourists in Herning. The multi-database profile shows Herning has a very high safety score, with low crime and excellent rule of law.
To ensure a secure journey, travelers should remain aware of their surroundings, particularly in any crowded areas, and keep valuables secure and out of sight. Following standard travel precautions, such as not displaying large amounts of cash and being mindful of personal belongings, will contribute to a safe and enjoyable visit.
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06 · Neighbourhoods
Safest areas and areas to avoid
Our field research rated 5 Herning districts for visitors: 5 safer. See them plotted on the Herning safety map.
Herning City CentersaferGenerally safe with low crime rates, suitable for general tourism.
Herning NordsaferResidential area with low crime, considered safe for visitors.
Herning SydsaferAnother residential district with a good safety record.
Herning ØstsaferIndustrial and residential mix, no specific safety concerns reported.
Herning VestsaferPrimarily residential, considered safe for visitors.
07 · After Dark
Is Herning safe at night?
88% of people in Denmark say they feel safe walking alone at night in their area (UN SDG survey, 2024).
Armed robbery against visitors is extremely rare in Denmark, with no recent incidents reported in the dossier for Herning.
No specific districts were flagged as no-go areas after dark, but the usual night-time rules apply: stay in lit, populated areas and keep your phone out of sight.
08 · Questions
Herning safety FAQ (2026)
Is Herning safe right now (2026)?
Yes. Herning is a very safe city for travelers, with a low risk of crime. Herning is a very safe destination with extremely low crime rates. The primary concern highlighted by government advisories for Denmark is terrorism, though specific threats to Herning are not detailed. Travelers should be aware of general safety precautions applicable to any travel. (Assessed 31 October 2026.)
Is Herning safe for women, families and solo travelers?
Safety is not one number, and this Herning report does not pretend it is: the score is re-weighted for who is travelling. A woman travelling alone, a family with children and a solo backpacker face different street-level risks, so the headline score shifts and the report leads with the findings that matter for that group. Personalize this report in one click to see the 2026 score and safety briefing for your specific travellers.
Which areas of Herning should tourists avoid?
No districts were flagged as no-go areas for visitors at the last assessment.
What are the most common scams in Herning (2026)?
No widespread visitor-targeted scams were identified in the latest research.
How does Herning compare with other places in Denmark (2026)?
Herning ranks #1 of 6 Denmark destinations we've assessed, scoring 92/100. See the Denmark safety overview for the full list.
How is this herning safety score calculated (2026)?
The score blends 12+ public data sources — government advisories, UNODC/World Bank crime statistics, FBI crime data for U.S. cities, WHO health data, live air quality and disaster alerts — with AI field research over current local reporting. The databases carry the bulk of the weight; the traveller-sentiment score from field research carries the rest. Full methodology.
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