Attention holidaymakers: partial travel warning for Egypt - avoid these regions!
Attention holidaymakers: partial travel warning for Egypt - avoid these regions!
The Federal Foreign Office recently published an urgent warning for travelers who refer to Egypt. In particular, the Sinai Peninsula and adjacent areas are affected by security concerns. In view of unexpected dangers, tourists should be well informed before traveling to this popular holiday destination. The warning came into force on Friday, September 27 and not only affects general security risks, but is also specifically aimed at certain regions that could be dangerous for travelers.
The warning primarily focuses on the north of the Sinai Peninsula, the Egyptian-Israeli border area, with the exception of the Taba coastal town, as well as remote areas of the Sahara. In the past, there have been security -relevant incidents in these regions that have increased the concerns.
Current security situation in Egypt
In the past few months, security -relevant incidents have been reported. A tragic attack on tourists in Alexandria in October 2023 and incidents with misguided drones in Taba and Nuweiba are only the latest events that can affect the feeling of security. Even if the general security situation in Egypt is considered stable, it is advisable to avoid large crowds of people and demonstrations, especially on Fridays after midday prayer if increased crowds have to be expected.
The north of the Sinai Peninsula, where military operations take place and terrorist attacks have been carried out in the past, is a particularly dangerous zone. The state of emergency that prevails there includes nightly starting and traffic bans for non-military vehicles on the Suez street to Taba. Travelers are advised to avoid the adjacent Gaza Strip, especially if they have family members there. The overland trip to Rafah is to be classified as particularly risky.
tips for safe travel in Egypt
In order to travel safely through Egypt, the Federal Foreign Office recommends adhering to the security precautions mentioned. It is particularly important to travel in organized groups. Official security forces are active on site and have extensive powers to combat terrorism, which can lead to increased controls, especially at night. It is also advisable to carry out activities such as diving and snorkeling tours or desert excursions only accompanied by the local providers.
Despite all these warnings, Egypt remains a popular holiday destination. Tourists who adhere to the recommendations of the Federal Foreign Office can usually travel more safely and enjoy their time in this fascinating country. Nevertheless, the affected regions are urgently avoided to avoid unforeseen dangers.
For additional information and details on the current situation in Egypt, it is advisable to pursue the reporting, such as on www.merkur.de .