{"license":"CC BY 4.0 — attribution: IsMyTripSafe.com","source":"https://ismytripsafe.com/france/cannes","updatedAt":"2026-08-26T18:23:23.982Z","place":{"city":"Cannes","country":"France","countryCode":"FR","lat":43.55135,"lon":7.01275},"safety":{"score":86,"level":"VERY_SAFE","answer":"Yes — very safe","saferThanPctOfCountries":93,"confidence":0.66,"caps":[],"databaseScore":86,"travellerSentiment":{"score":84,"label":"Mostly positive","summary":"Most visitors report feeling safe walking in Cannes during the day and in tourist areas, citing visible security and well-maintained public spaces, though some express concern about nighttime solitude in less frequented zones.","weightInScore":0.18,"components":[{"label":"Reported feel","score":78,"weight":0.35},{"label":"Robbery risk","score":92,"weight":0.45},{"label":"Pickpocket risk","score":78,"weight":0.2}]},"categories":[{"key":"crime","label":"Crime","score":86,"tier":1},{"key":"sentiment","label":"Traveller 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benefits from strong institutional safety and low homicide rates, though pickpocketing and scams target tourists in crowded areas like La Croisette and the train station. Visitor sentiment remains positive due to visible policing and well-maintained tourist zones, but vigilance is advised against bag-snatching and distraction thefts.","robberyRisk":{"level":"Low","note":"Armed robbery is rare but occurred in a June 2026 home invasion targeting wealthy residents; muggings of visitors are uncommon and typically isolated to poorly lit areas at night."},"pickpocketRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"Pickpocketing and bag-snatching are realistic risks, especially around La Croisette, the train station, and beaches during peak tourist hours."},"safeAreas":["Le Suquet","La Californie","Lérins Islands"],"avoidAreas":["Les Mimosas (higher petty crime and drug activity; avoid at night)"],"scams":["Luxury watch theft targeting high-value items","Taxi meter manipulation or overcharging","Pickpocketing with distraction techniques"],"zones":[{"name":"La Croisette","level":"caution","note":"Petty theft and pickpocketing common in crowded tourist areas, especially during events; stay alert with belongings."},{"name":"Le Suquet","level":"safe","note":"Historic old town with lower crime rates; well-patrolled and safe day and night for visitors."},{"name":"La Californie","level":"safe","note":"Upscale residential area with low crime; popular with tourists and considered secure."},{"name":"Cannes City Centre","level":"caution","note":"Busy shopping and dining zones see frequent pickpocketing and scams; avoid flashing valuables."},{"name":"Gare de Cannes (train station area)","level":"caution","note":"Pickpocketing and distraction thefts reported; monitor bags closely, especially on arrival/departure."},{"name":"Plage de la Croisette (public beach)","level":"caution","note":"Beach theft of unattended items is common; never leave valuables unwatched while swimming."},{"name":"Lérins Islands","level":"safe","note":"Quiet, monitored islands with minimal crime; safe for day trips, but return before last ferry."},{"name":"Les Mimosas","level":"avoid","note":"Northern district with higher incidence of petty crime and drug activity; avoid at night and stay alert by day."}]}}