Germany Travel Risk

Exercise increased caution in Germany due to terrorism.

Terrorist groups and lone actors remain a constant threat in Germany and Europe, attacking people in public locations with knives, small arms, rudimentary explosive devices, and vehicles. Such attacks may occur with little or no warning and target:

• Tourist locations
• Transportation centers (airports, train, or bus stations)
• Markets and shopping malls
• Local government facilities
• Hotels, clubs, and restaurants
• Places of worship and educational institutions
• Parks
• Major sporting and cultural events
• Schools

Before you travel

No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to:

• see general advice for women travellers
• read our guide on disability and travel abroad
• see general advice for LGBT+ travellers
• read about safety for solo and independent travel
• see advice on volunteering and adventure travel abroad

Travel insurance

If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.

Terrorism

There is a high threat of terrorist attack globally affecting UK interests and British nationals, including from groups and individuals who view the UK and British nationals as targets. Stay aware of your surroundings at all times.

UK Counter Terrorism Policing has information and advice on staying safe and what to do in the event of a terrorist attack. Find out how to reduce your risk from terrorism while abroad.

Terrorism in Germany

Terrorists are very likely to try to carry out attacks in Germany.

Attacks could be indiscriminate, including in public places visited by foreign nationals such as:

• restaurants
• markets
• shopping centres
• places of worship and religious sites, including synagogues
• sporting and cultural events
• crowded places and public gatherings

Examples of recent attacks include:

• in July 2026, 1 person was killed and 29 injured when a vehicle drove into crowds celebrating Christopher Street Day, Berlin’s annual LGBT+ Pride event
• in 2024, 3 people were killed and several injured following a knife attack in Solingen
• in 2021, 5 people were stabbed and injured on a train in Neumarkt, Bavaria
• in 2020, one person was killed and another seriously injured in a knife attack in Dresden
• in 2020, 8 people were killed and 5 injured in 2 mass shootings in shisha bars in Hanau
• in 2019, 2 people were shot and killed after a failed attempt to enter a synagogue in the eastern German city of Halle

German authorities regularly report that they have disrupted planned attacks and made arrests.

Risk level

Germany - Exercise a high degree of caution

Exercise a high degree of caution in Germany due to the threat of terrorism.

Crime

Petty crime

Petty crime, such as pickpocketing and bag snatching, occurs.

Organized groups of pickpockets often use distraction techniques and are particularly active in:

• major cities
• transportation hubs
• public transportation
• Christmas markets
• tourist attractions

There is a significant increase in stolen passports on trains, particularly during the summer and winter holiday season.

Ensure that your belongings, including your passport and other travel documents, are secure at all times.

Violent crime

Violent crime is uncommon, but does occur.

Crimes committed by far-right extremists against individuals belonging to ethnic, religious or political minorities occur.

While tourists are not specifically targeted, you could find yourself in the wrong place at the wrong time. Violent crimes like knife and car-ramming attacks have occurred in crowded places, such as commercial districts and transit centres.

Always be vigilant and aware of your surroundings.

Cybercrime

Cybercrime occurs. Perpetrators may compromise public Wi-Fi networks to steal credit card or personal information.

• Avoid using unsecured public Wi-Fi networks
• Avoid making purchases on unencrypted websites
• Be cautious when posting information on social media
• Be particularly vigilant when contacting or meeting individuals known over the internet

Overseas fraud

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