Copenhagen
Denmark's capital, consistently ranked among the world's safest and most livable cities.
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Ambulance
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Risk Map & Attractions
Common Scams
Pickpocketing and Bag Snatching
The most common crime. Thieves work in pairs using distraction techniques like bumping or asking directions to steal wallets, phones, and bags.
Keep valuables in zippered inner pockets. Wear bags across your body. Be wary of sudden close physical contact.
Fake Police Scam
Individuals posing as plainclothes police claim to be looking for drugs or counterfeit money. They demand to see ID and wallet to steal cash or check card PINs.
Real Danish police never ask for bribes or demand to see cash. Ask for official ID. Offer to walk to the nearest police station.
Taxi Overcharging
Unlicensed taxis or unscrupulous drivers overcharge tourists, especially from the airport. They claim meters are broken or take long routes.
Use reputable companies (Dantaxi, Taxa 4x27) or ride-sharing apps. Confirm fare or monitor route with navigation.
ATM Skimming/Card Traps
Devices secretly installed on ATMs capture card data and PINs. Cards may be trapped and retrieved later by scammers.
Use ATMs inside banks. Cover keypad when entering PIN. Check card slot for suspicious attachments.
Restaurant Water/Champagne Scam
Restaurants charge exorbitant prices for tap water or offer welcome drinks without clarifying they're not complimentary.
Always ask if water is tap water and if there's a charge. Confirm if offered drinks are complimentary.
Safe Attractions
Tivoli Gardens
Historic amusement park in the heart of Copenhagen
Nyhavn
Iconic harbor with colorful buildings and restaurants
The Little Mermaid
Famous bronze statue inspired by Hans Christian Andersen