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Is Ålesund safe? 🇳🇴
Norway · Safety report last updated
As of October 2026, Ålesund scores 92/100 on the IsMyTripSafe composite safety index — verdict: yes — very safe. Yes. Ålesund is a very safe city for travelers. The main risks for visitors are pickpocketing (moderate risk) and tourist-targeted scams.
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Ålesund 🇳🇴
Norway · Assessed 13 October 2026
92
/ 100
What drives this score
Crime84/100GoodCrime index 33.4 / 100 · city-level
Sentiment87/100GoodVery Positive
Advisories100Good
Stability90Good
Health96Good
01 · Official Guidance
Advisories
Good
Exercise normal security precautions
“Canada's official risk level for Norway: exercise normal security precautions.”
Updated 2026-10-09T10:26:54.7057512-04:00
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
85 / 100 (Very Positive)
85
City SignalCity Web Research
Urban scale factor
53k residents
91
City SignalCity Geocoding
Homicide rate
0.7 / 100kHomicide rate · per 100kJapan0.2Switzerland0.6Norway0.7World avg5.2United States5.8Brazil19.3South Africa43.7
96
Robbery / mugging
LowMugging and armed robbery are extremely rare, with isolated incidents reported only in nightlife areas after heavy drinking.
Pickpocketing
ModeratePickpocketing is most common in tourist hotspots such as the Aksla viewpoint and during the summer cruise-ship season.
03 · Environment
Health & Air
Good
04 · Institutions
Stability
Good
05 · Field Research
Current Situation
Stable
Traveller sentiment score
Very Positive
87/100
Reported feel85Very Positive
Robbery risk92Low risk
Pickpocket risk78Moderate risk
Recent traveler reports indicate a strong sense of safety when walking around the compact city center.
Yes. Ålesund is a very safe city for travelers.
Ålesund has an exceptionally low crime rate, with violent crime being extremely rare. While pickpocketing can occur in tourist areas, overall risks are minimal. Travelers should exercise normal precautions, as advised by governments.
Recent developments
- Oct 2026A three-vessel collision occurred off the coast of Ålesund, prompting a major emergency response.— safety4sea
- Jul 2026Ålesund was rated as one of Europe's safest cities for visitors, with a composite safety index of 94/100.— ismytripsafe.com
- Jul 2026Norway was noted as being in peak season, with advice on how to avoid crowds.— Life in Norway
- Jan 2026Norway set another cruise record, sparking debate over tourism.— Forbes
Common scams
- Tourist-targeted scams in crowded areas
- Potential taxi pricing issues at airports (though less likely in Ålesund itself)
Full briefing
Ålesund is exceptionally safe, with official advisories from Canada and the UK recommending normal security precautions. The city boasts a very low crime rate, and violent incidents are exceedingly rare.
Recent reports highlight that travelers feel very safe walking around the compact city center. The primary risks are moderate pickpocketing in popular tourist areas, such as the Aksla viewpoint, especially during the summer cruise season. There are also occasional reports of scams targeting tourists in crowded locations.
While muggings and armed robberies are almost non-existent, it's wise to remain aware of your surroundings. The most significant recent incident was a three-vessel collision off the coast in October 2026, which involved a major emergency response but was not directly related to visitor safety. Travelers should also be mindful of global health notices from the CDC, such as those for Polio, Dengue, and Measles.
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06 · Neighbourhoods
Safest areas and areas to avoid
Our field research rated 5 Ålesund districts for visitors: 3 safer, 2 needing caution. See them plotted on the Ålesund safety map.
Aksla Viewpoint AreacautionPopular tourist spot, be aware of potential pickpocketing, especially during peak season.
Port/Ferry TerminalscautionAreas with high foot traffic can be targets for pickpockets.
Art Nouveau DistrictsaferThis central area is historically significant and well-maintained, with a low risk of crime.
City CentersaferGenerally safe for walking, but exercise caution in crowded areas and after dark.
Hospital AreasaferReported as safe by a student residing there.
07 · After Dark
Is Ålesund safe at night?
Mugging and armed robbery are extremely rare, with isolated incidents reported only in nightlife areas after heavy drinking.
After dark, be most careful around Aksla Viewpoint Area, Port/Ferry Terminals. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Questions
Ålesund safety FAQ (2026)
Is Ålesund safe right now (2026)?
Yes. Ålesund is a very safe city for travelers. Ålesund has an exceptionally low crime rate, with violent crime being extremely rare. While pickpocketing can occur in tourist areas, overall risks are minimal. Travelers should exercise normal precautions, as advised by governments. (Assessed 13 October 2026.)
Is Ålesund safe for women, families and solo travelers?
Safety is not one number, and this Ålesund 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 Ålesund should tourists avoid?
No districts were flagged as no-go areas for visitors at the last assessment.
What are the most common scams in Ålesund (2026)?
- Tourist-targeted scams in crowded areas
- Potential taxi pricing issues at airports (though less likely in Ålesund itself)
How does Ålesund compare with other places in Norway (2026)?
Ålesund ranks #5 of 9 Norway destinations we've assessed, scoring 92/100. See the Norway safety overview for the full list.
How is this alesund safety score calculated (2026)?
The score blends 13+ 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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