Europe’s safest travel destination is Switzerland
The number of homicides, muggings and traffic deaths in Switzerland is meagre. Therefore, it is the safest travel destination in Europe, ahead of Iceland (2nd) and Norway (3rd). Therefore, Europe’s safest travel destination is Switzerland.
Swiss travellers are the safest in Europe, according to a new study. Nine criteria were analyzed, including the number of homicides, assaults, traffic deaths, natural disasters, and the global peace index. A safety index was calculated by weighing all factors equally and adding them up. Lower scores indicate a safer country.
1. Switzerland
Europe’s safest country is Switzerland. According to the study, travellers in this country feel very safe due to the low number of homicides, muggings and road fatalities. In addition, Switzerland has the lowest risk of natural disasters and the lowest perception of corruption in Europe.
Safety Index: 45
2. Iceland
Not only is Iceland beautiful, but it is also safe. In addition to having one of the lowest robbery rates (14.6) and homicide rates (0.89 per 100,000 people), it is also one of the most peaceful countries.
Security Index: 47.4
3. Norway
Norway is a safe travel destination with meagre murder and robbery rates, making it a peaceful Scandinavian nation.
The security index is 47.9
4. Denmark
In this study, Denmark is ranked as the fourth safest country in Europe and one of the happiest countries in the world. Most other countries have more robberies and fatalities than this country.
Security Index: 49.4
5. Luxembourg
In Europe, the country has the lowest homicide rate, a very low risk of natural disasters, and a high level of personal freedom.
Safety Index: 50
6. Finland
It is safe to travel to Finland as there are very few muggings and robberies per 100,000 people, and the country is considered relatively peaceful. This makes Finland the sixth-safest country in the world.
Safety index: 51.2
7. Ireland
Compared to most other European countries, the Emerald Isle and its capital are safe for tourists because there are fewer homicides (0.87 per 100,000 residents) and sexual violence (60.9 per 100,000 residents).
Safety Index: 51.5
8. Netherlands
In addition to tulip fields and windmills, the Netherlands also has a low rate of muggings and sexual violence. Thus, it ranks among the safest countries in Europe.
Safety Index: 52
9. Austria
Per 100,000 people, there are very few robberies and murders in Austria. Austria is also a great travel destination regarding safety and scenery due to its high Peace Index.
Safety index: 52.1
10. Sweden
The quality of life and hospitality in Sweden are well known. In addition, Sweden is a safe travel destination because of its low crime rate and high Global Peace Index score.
Security Index: 52.2
Gamblingo.com, a gambling review website in India, conducted the study.
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