Utrecht is widely considered a very safe province for both residents and visitors, with low rates of violent crime.
* **Emergency Numbers**: Call **112** for all urgent emergencies (Police, Fire, Ambulance). For non-urgent police matters, call **0900-8844**. * **Crime Overview**: Violent crime is rare. The most common offense is bicycle theft, particularly in the cities of Utrecht and Amersfoort. Pickpocketing can occasionally occur in crowded tourist areas and major train stations. * **Traffic Safety**: The region features world-class cycling infrastructure. Cyclists have right-of-way in many situations, which requires alertness from pedestrians and motorists. * **Safety Tips for Visitors**: * Always double-lock your bicycle (use a ring lock and a sturdy chain lock attached to a fixed object). * When walking, stay out of the red-paved cycle paths to avoid collisions with fast-moving bicycles or scooters. * Be cautious around the unrailed canals (werfkelders) in the city center, especially at night.