Europe’s safest cities in 2025

Safety has become one of the most valuable metrics for choosing where to live, travel, or invest around the world.

A recent Numbeo report, visualised by The World in Maps, reveals Europe’s safest cities for 2025.

According to the Numbeo Safety Index 2025, The Hague in the Netherlands leads the continent with a score of 79.5, followed closely by Munich, Germany (79.4) and Trondheim, Norway (79.3) (Numbeo 2025 Safety Index).

These results reaffirm Northern and Central Europe’s reputation for stability and public trust. The Hague, known as the seat of international law, benefits from robust governance, efficient policing, and a high level of civic order.

Munich’s near-perfect score reflects Germany’s longstanding focus on safety, infrastructure, and community trust. Trondheim, nestled in Norway’s fjord region, stands out as a compact yet socially cohesive city where public safety is deeply embedded in everyday life.

What makes this year’s ranking particularly interesting is the strong showing from smaller and emerging European cities. Zagreb in Croatia (78.6), Ljubljana in Slovenia (78.5), and Cluj-Napoca in Romania (78.1) are increasingly recognised not just for their affordability and culture, but also for their sense of security.

Their inclusion signals that safety in Europe is no longer monopolised by Western capitals; smaller cities are now leading by example in creating cleaner, calmer, and more connected urban environments.

The Safety Index measures perceptions of crime, from property and vehicle theft to assault and robbery, as well as how safe residents feel walking alone both during the day and at night (Numbeo Methodology).

A higher score indicates a lower risk and a better perception of safety. This perception-based data is increasingly being used by travellers, digital nomads, and relocation experts to evaluate destinations in a world where security and liveability have become deeply intertwined.

With tourism rebounding across Europe and remote work redefining where people choose to live, these safe havens, from The Hague’s tranquil canals to Munich’s ordered streets, are becoming more than just places to visit.