🇫🇷 France · Europe
Safety France
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France is a very safe destination with excellent infrastructure. Pickpockets on Paris transport and around the major tourist sites are the main risk. The country has one of the best healthcare systems in the world.
Specific risks
Theft & petty crime
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Scams
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Natural disasters
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Health risks
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Political stability
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Areas to avoid
- Some sensitive suburbs at night — of no tourist interest
- Paris metro at rush hour — active pickpockets
Emergency numbers
Police
17
Ambulance
15
Fire department
18
Health & precautions
Vaccinations
- None required
Drinking water
Tap water is drinkable everywhere.
Mosquitoes
Tiger mosquito present in the south — low risk of dengue.
General notes
Excellent healthcare system. Pharmacies (green cross) are everywhere and offer advice.
Women travelers
Safe destination for women travellers. Standard caution on transport and in very touristy areas at night.
LGBTQ+ travelers
Marriage for all since 2013. Paris and the big cities are very welcoming. Le Marais is Paris's historic LGBTQ+ district.
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