All five attractions that Quotezone monitored were in the capital city Paris. The Netherlands ranked third on the pickpocketing index. Despite Barcelona's reputation for pickpocketing, Spain only came sixth on the list. Reviews had five times fewer mentions of theft than in Italy.
Is Madrid bad for pickpockets?
Generally Madrid is a very safe city. Returning to your hotel in the middle of the night walking or in taxi will not get you into trouble. You are welcome to wonder the city at any time of day or night with no risk of unpleasant encounters.
Is pickpocketing a problem in Spain?
How bad is theft in Spain?
Spain is one of the safest European countries to visit. There is little serious crime. A visitor to Spain should know that there is some pickpocket theft in the metros of the big cities and in crowded places that are frequented by tourists. At night you should not walk on a street where you are the only one.
Is Barcelona bad for pickpockets?
Pickpockets are especially on Las Ramblas pedestrian street, near Sagrada Familia, in the central metro stations and the Sants train station. Other areas of the city generally does not have problems with pickpockets except near major tourist attractions.
What should I wear to avoid pickpockets?
Wearing A Money Belt To Avoid PickpocketsTo avoid pickpockets, invest in a money belt. “Sooner or later, if you're not on guard, wearing amoney belt — or at least keeping everything properly zipped and buttoned — you'll be a victim,” says Steves.