While the Dubrovnik City Walls are extremely safe and well-maintained with high stone barriers, accidents have occasionally occurred, primarily due to visitors climbing onto the ledges for photos or losing their balance. For instance, in August 2023, an Australian couple made international headlines after falling approximately 10 meters (33 feet) from a section of the wall; they were reportedly leaning against a stone railing when they lost their balance. Aside from rare falls, the most common "accidental" danger on the walls is actually heatstroke or dehydration, as the walk is about 2 km long with very little shade and steep stairs. Security personnel and signage strictly prohibit sitting on the perimeter edges, as the drop-offs into the Adriatic Sea or onto the jagged rocks below can be fatal. Most travelers find the walls perfectly safe as long as they stay on the designated paths and respect the barriers.