Travel warnings for Türkiye and Egypt: Holidaymakers must be careful!

Travel warnings for Türkiye and Egypt: Holidaymakers must be careful!

Current travel warnings from the Foreign Office affect popular destinations such as Turkey and Egypt. The travel time coincides with the summer holidays, which take place in North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW) from July 14th to August 26th, 2025. Travelers who want to travel to these regions in particular should be well informed. ksta.de reports that the overall security situation in Turkey is stable, but there are regional risks in the southeastern provinces such as Şanlıurfa, Mardin, Şırnak and Hakkâri.

The Turkish government warns of terrorist threats and military activities in these border areas, which is why travelers are strongly advised not to visit these regions. Political demonstrations could also take place in large cities such as Ankara, Istanbul and Izmir, so it is advisable to avoid crowds. Alternatively, popular holiday destinations on the Aegean Coast and the Turkish Riviera, such as Antalya, Alanya and Bodrum, are classified as safe.

Egypt and the Eastern Mediterranean

The security situation in Egypt is described as calm overall, but with regional restrictions. The north of the Sinai Peninsula and the Egyptian-Israeli border area are particularly problematic, apart from Taba. Unaccompanied excursions in the south of the Sinai Peninsula are not recommended due to the risk of terrorist attacks, particularly in the Sinai region. Nevertheless, classic holiday destinations on the Red Sea such as Hurghada, Marsa Alam and Sharm el-Sheikh are not affected, but do offer indications of possible fraudulent activity.

In addition, there are partial travel warnings for Israel and Lebanon as well as comprehensive travel warnings for Syria and Libya, where there are armed conflicts and local conflicts. German embassies in Damascus and Tripoli are closed, making the situation even more difficult for travelers. In contrast, Spain, Italy, Greece and France are among the safer travel options, where there are warnings about pickpocketing, especially in large cities.

Important travel warnings and advice

In order to be best prepared, travelers should follow the current safety instructions from the Federal Foreign Office, as stated in a report diplo.de recommended. Registration in the crisis preparedness list for German citizens is also recommended. This list will help authorities contact travelers in an emergency.

In addition to the safety instructions, travelers should pay attention to adequate travel health insurance, which is important today more than ever. The terror alert level in Austria is at an increased level, which also has an impact on the general security situation in Europe.

Before traveling, it is crucial to collect information about entry requirements, any necessary vaccinations and the political conditions in the country you are traveling to. The best information is often obtained directly from the relevant embassies or through official tour operators.