Traveling to Berlin can be quite fun, especially at night and the place has a magnificent history. Although, there is always the issue of safety, most of the time especially at night, when discovery of a new city is at its peak. Therefore, is it soundadvice to stroll around Berlin at night? Okay, let’s get into the details of the subject matter and see for ourselves.
Understanding Berlin’s Safety Reputation
First of all it should be noted that crime rate in Berlin is quite low compared to such European capitals as Paris, London, Madrid etc. Through the years and especially of late, the city has invested heavily in security forces for local inhabitants and tourist visitors. Thus, again as in any large city, people have to be careful and avoid certain actions to keep the trip safe.
Areas to Avoid at Night
Altogether, crime rate in Berlin is quite low, but there are several places in the city that is safe to stay away from especially during night. These areas include:
Safety Tips for Walking Around Berlin at Night.
Alexanderplatz and the park located immediately to its east
Görlitzer Park in Kreuzberg
Some quarters of Neukölln and Wedding
What needs to be understood is that these areas are not necessarily high risk but can be more at risk of things like theft or drunken behaviour. If you avoid these places at night, you can sharply reduce the odds of something happening to you.
Various precautions to take when wandering in Berlin in particular at night.
While Berlin is considered safe for walking at night, it’s always wise to take precautions to ensure your safety:
1. Stick to Well-Lit and Crowded Areas
Avoid riding at night, poorly lit roads and places with many people. Commercial areas and congested transport areas especially are safer for these reasons of people around us.
2. Use Reliable Transportation
For longer travelling at night one should use other means like public transport or standard cab services. Berlin has well developed public transport system that works 24/7 in most of areas.
3. Avoid Walking Alone Late at Night
Alway one is safe with many; while walking alone particularly in areas with less traffic or new areas, it is safer to be surrounded by people.
4. Be Mindful of Your Belongings
As in any facility within the larger city streets, some or more precautions are necessary, particularly concerning personal property. It is advisable not to flaunt some property like jewelry, cell phones or any expensive gadgets and items.
5. Stay Connected
Make sure that your mobile phone is well charged before you set out and particularly ensure that you have stored handy’s numbers. Formally, some control actions include avowal or sharing respective plans with someone and checking in on him or her frequently.
6. Trust Your Instincts
Trust your gut feeling. However, if you have a bad feeling, or if something seems off, it is safer to go to a crowded area or else ask for help at nearby stores or cops.
7. Research Common Scams or Tourist Traps
Find some simple time to look for themselves online for some scams or tourist traps that are likely to be found in Berlin. It means that being informed on various scams, there is a low chance that one will be involved in dreadful activities.
In Conclusion
Berlin is a safe city to walk around especially at night for visitors especially if they would have to avoid taking Biser even after dark as this can be very interesting if some precautions are observed. There are some black spots in Berlin however it is rather a very safe city with proper infrastructure for transportations. As outlined above and being cautious one can fully appreciation the famed New York state nightlife without being a victim.
Just make sure you take your own advice anywhere and anytime when losing yourself in a new city, particularly at night. Safe travels!
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