A safe and liveable city
Safety is an essential factor in selecting a destination - rest assured that you’re in good hands. Exploring Copenhagen is worry-free as the city is one of the most secure and peaceful in the world.
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Denmark tops the lists as one of the most peaceful, egalitarian, and prosperous countries in the world. The country enjoys low crime rates and a democracy with great political stability and high levels of tolerance.
Following are some of the rankings Denmark and Copenhagen have received for safety and security:
- Copenhagen ranks #1 in the world in the EIU Global Liveability Index 2026
- Denmark is the 11th most peaceful country in the world (Global Peace Index 2026)
- Denmark is the 3rd happiest country in the world (World Happiness Index 2026)
- Denmark is among the safest travel destinations in the world (Brilliant Maps, 2025)
- Copenhagen ranks #1 as safest city in the world 2025 (The Facts Institute) including #1 in personal safety
- Denmark ranks #1 as world's least corrupt nation (Transparency International Corruption Perceptions Index 2025)
- Denmark ranks #1 in the Rule of Law index 2025 (Rule of Law Index 2025)
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