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Is Dijon safe? 🇫🇷
France · Safety report last updated
As of October 2026, Dijon scores 86/100 on the IsMyTripSafe composite safety index — verdict: yes — very safe. Yes. Dijon remains a very safe city for visitors with low violent crime and minimal disruption from occasional protests. The main risks for visitors are pickpocketing (moderate risk) and tourist-targeted scams.
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Dijon 🇫🇷
France · Assessed 13 October 2026
86
/ 100
What drives this score
Crime83/100GoodHomicide 1.3 / 100k
Sentiment84/100GoodMostly positive
Advisories75Good
Stability76Good
Health91Good
01 · Official Guidance
Advisories
Good
Exercise a high degree of caution
“Canada's official risk level for France: exercise a high degree of caution.”
Updated 2026-10-13T05:27:09.2611107-04:00
Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Crime
Good
Mugging & robbery risk
Low risk
92
City SignalCity Web Research
Pickpocketing & theft risk
Moderate risk
78
City SignalCity Web Research
Visitor safety sentiment
78 / 100 (Mostly positive)
78
City SignalCity Web Research
Urban scale factor
160k residents
84
City SignalCity Geocoding
Homicide rate
1.3 / 100kHomicide rate · per 100kJapan0.2Switzerland0.6France1.3World avg5.2United States5.8Brazil19.3South Africa43.7
91
Robbery / mugging
LowMugging and armed robbery are rare; isolated incidents may occur near Gare de Dijon-Ville at night.
Pickpocketing
ModeratePickpocketing occurs in busy areas such as Les Halles market and on tram Line T1, especially during peak hours.
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03 · Environment
Health & Air
Good
04 · Institutions
Stability
Good
05 · Field Research
Current Situation
Stable
Traveller sentiment score
Mostly positive
84/100
Reported feel78Mostly positive
Robbery risk92Low risk
Pickpocket risk78Moderate risk
78% of residents report feeling safe walking alone after dark, indicating strong day-to-day visitor comfort in central and residential areas.
Yes. Dijon remains a very safe city for visitors with low violent crime and minimal disruption from occasional protests.
Dijon's composite safety index of 87/100 reflects low homicide rates, strong institutions, and good health and environmental conditions. While Canada advises exercising a high degree of caution for France due to wildfire risks and isolated incidents, Dijon itself shows no elevated threat to tourists. Visitor sentiment is largely positive, with most feeling safe walking alone after dark.
Recent developments
- May 2025French police opened an investigation into a gangland killing in Dijon— RFI
- Jun 2020France sent police reinforcements to Dijon after days of unrest and gang violence— DW.com
Common scams
- Petition or donation scams near Place de la Liberation
- Fake taxi drivers overcharging at Gare de Dijon-Ville
Full briefing
Dijon’s historic centre remains calm and welcoming, with violent crime infrequent and largely disconnected from tourist zones. The May 2025 gangland killing investigated by French police was an isolated incident tied to organized crime, not affecting visitors, while the 2020 unrest saw temporary police reinforcements but no lasting impact on safety. Today, the city experiences normal urban risks like pickpocketing in Les Halles market and on tram Line T1 during rush hour, but mugging is uncommon. Visitors should secure bags in cafes and avoid unofficial taxis at Gare de Dijon-Ville, where overcharging has been reported. Wildfire warnings from national advisories apply mainly to rural southern France; Dijon faces no elevated seasonal hazard. Overall, the city feels secure, supported by high resident confidence in nighttime safety and strong public services. Stick to well-lit areas after dark, use official transport, and enjoy Dijon’s renowned markets and architecture with standard urban precautions.
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06 · Neighbourhoods
Safest areas and areas to avoid
Our field research rated 8 Dijon districts for visitors: 4 safer, 3 needing caution and 1 best avoided. See them plotted on the Dijon safety map.
Quartier de Chenôve (bordering Dijon)avoidHigher incidence of petty theft and vandalism; not recommended for visitors, especially at night.
Quartier des GrésillescautionResidential area with occasional petty crime; avoid isolated streets after dark.
Quartier de la MaladièrecautionMixed-use zone with higher foot traffic; watch for bag snatching near tram stops.
Quartier du Port du CanalcautionIndustrial-adjacent zone; less frequented at night, exercise caution after dark.
Centre Ville (Historic Centre)saferWell-patrolled, lively day and evening; pickpocketing possible in crowded areas like Les Halles market.
Quartier du ChapitresaferQuiet, affluent neighbourhood near university; low crime, good lighting.
Quartier du BourgsaferHistoric area south of centre; popular with tourists, minimal reported incidents.
Quartier de l'UniversitésaferStudent-heavy area; generally safe, but be alert for opportunistic theft near campuses.
07 · After Dark
Is Dijon safe at night?
78% of people in France say they feel safe walking alone at night in their area (UN SDG survey, 2024).
Mugging and armed robbery are rare; isolated incidents may occur near Gare de Dijon-Ville at night.
After dark, be most careful around Quartier de Chenôve (bordering Dijon), Quartier des Grésilles, Quartier de la Maladière, Quartier du Port du Canal. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Questions
Dijon safety FAQ (2026)
Is Dijon safe right now (2026)?
Yes. Dijon remains a very safe city for visitors with low violent crime and minimal disruption from occasional protests. Dijon's composite safety index of 87/100 reflects low homicide rates, strong institutions, and good health and environmental conditions. While Canada advises exercising a high degree of caution for France due to wildfire risks and isolated incidents, Dijon itself shows no elevated threat to tourists. Visitor sentiment is largely positive, with most feeling safe walking alone after dark. (Assessed 13 October 2026.)
Is Dijon safe for women, families and solo travelers?
Safety is not one number, and this Dijon 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 Dijon should tourists avoid?
Field research flags Quartier de Chenôve (bordering Dijon) as best avoided. See the district-by-district safety map.
What are the most common scams in Dijon (2026)?
- Petition or donation scams near Place de la Liberation
- Fake taxi drivers overcharging at Gare de Dijon-Ville
How does Dijon compare with other places in France (2026)?
Dijon ranks #6 of 9 France destinations we've assessed, scoring 86/100. See the France safety overview for the full list.
How is this dijon safety score calculated (2026)?
The score blends 11+ 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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