Paris Travel Threat Score
Crime, health, transport, weather, disease, environmental and safety risk overview for Paris, France.
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Source: calibrated 2026-05-09 v1.0 (knowledge-based; State Dept advisory + Numbeo + EIU livability patterns) · Confidence: 80
Crime
45
Disease & Health
25
Government Advisory
20
Political/Civil Unrest
35
Natural Disasters
25
Transport
30
Environmental
35
Quick facts
| Hospital access | high |
|---|---|
| Airport risk | medium |
| Road safety | medium |
| Public transport | medium |
| Tourist scam risk | high |
| Night safety | medium |
| Last reviewed | 2026-05-09 11:01:52 |
Emergency numbers (France)
| Police | 17 |
|---|---|
| Ambulance | 15 |
| Fire | 18 |
| General | 112 |
Medical access
| Hospital access | high |
|---|---|
| Pharmacy access | high |
| Emergency response | high |
| English-speaking care | high |
| Evacuation complexity | low |
Major hospital network; private and public available.
Common scam patterns
- Petition / friendship-bracelet scam. Strangers approach near major monuments asking signatures or tying bracelets, then demand cash. Tip: Avoid eye contact, do not let strangers tie anything on you, walk on.
- Pickpocket teams in Metro. Coordinated groups distract and steal on Lines 1 and 4 near tourist stops. Tip: Wear bag in front, secure phone, avoid using phone in crowded carriages.
Major transport hubs
| Hub | Type | Risk | Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charles de Gaulle (CDG) | airport | 30/100 | Use the official taxi rank or pre-booked transfer; avoid solicitations inside arrivals. |
| Paris Gare du Nord | train_station | 45/100 | Keep bags in sight; avoid late-night hours in surrounding streets. |
Area notes
- Châtelet–Les Halles. Major interchange; pickpocket activity reported, especially evenings.
- Gare du Nord (north exit). Late-night caution recommended around the northern exit.
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FIELDBRIEF provides estimated travel-threat information for preparation purposes only. It does not replace official government advisories, medical advice, emergency alerts, immigration rules, insurance advice, police guidance, embassy information, or professional security consultation.