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One of Western Europe's safer mid-sized cities, with low violent crime rates and a culture that's protective rather than predatory toward women. The Global Peace Index ranks Portugal 7th globally — in the top 5% of countries surveyed. The risks here are opportunistic, not targeted. Pickpocketing on Tram 22 and around Bolhão. Bag-snatching outside Livraria Lello. The bread-and-olives restaurant scam. Nothing that requires fear. Most members stay multiple weeks without incident.
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✅ Generally safe
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