Is Germany safe from pickpockets?

Tourists in particular are welcome victims for pickpockets in Berlin. Their carelessness makes it easy for pickpockets to steal smartphones, credit cards and cash. Pickpockets' favorite places are busy squares, shopping arcades, public transportation and events.



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How To Avoid Pickpockets When Traveling In Cities
  1. Be Extra Aware In Certain Areas.
  2. Don't Let Looks Fool You.
  3. Know Common Pickpocket Scams.
  4. Leave Valuables Locked In Your Hotel.
  5. Look Like A Local.
  6. Wearing A Money Belt To Avoid Pickpockets.
  7. Invest In A Pickpocket Proof Bag or Pickpocket Proof Wallet.


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Your clothes are a dead giveaway. The stereotype is true: American tourists stick out like a sore thumb when they travel, making them prime targets for pickpockets. Instead of throwing on a T-shirt to rep your alma mater, try to dress like the locals.

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Muggers. Violent crime is not common in Berlin at all, but it is important to be aware of it in order to stay safe. Mugging will most commonly happen at night or in quiet areas.

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4 days in Berlin is just about perfect for most first-time visitors. But with more than 3 million inhabitants, Berlin is a big city (the biggest in the European Union), and there's tons to see and do here, so it's important that you plan your trip carefully to make sure you get the most out of your time.

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Who do pickpockets target? Pickpockets look for distracted and unaware travelers. “That's not to say that anyone can be prey, but if you're engrossed in your phone, you're less attentive to what's going on around you,” said Maria Pasquale, a Rome-based travel journalist and author.

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How to spot a pickpocket
  • The observers. These include people loitering in public places who appear to be checking out passers-by, paying particular interest to their handbags, shopping bags and where they might place their wallet or purse. ...
  • The opportunists. ...
  • Team tactics. ...
  • Crowding in. ...
  • Dirty tricks. ...
  • The point of distraction.


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