Hurghada, Egypt — April 27, 2026 German tourist dies after cobra bite in Egypt hotel show A 57-year-old German man from Bavaria died after being bitten by a cobra during a snake charmer performance at a hotel in Hurghada, Egypt, according to police reports confirmed by multiple sources.
Incident Details
The victim, whose name has not been released, was vacationing with his family in early April at the popular resort destination of Hurghada. During their stay, they attended a performance by a snake charmer at their hotel.
Police in Kempten, Germany, reported that one of the snakes—a cobra—crawled into the man’s pants during the show. The bite proved fatal, though the exact timeline of his death and medical response remains unclear from the verified facts.
Local and International Reactions
Authorities in both Egypt and Germany have corroborated the incident, with three independent sources confirming the basic details. The case has drawn attention to the risks associated with wildlife entertainment shows in tourist areas.
The victim’s hometown in the Unterallgäu region of Bavaria has not been officially named, but local police in Memmingen and Kempten are involved in the investigation. The German Foreign Office has yet to issue a formal statement regarding the incident.
Background on Snake Performances
Snake charming shows are a common attraction in tourist hubs like Hurghada, often marketed as cultural experiences. However, incidents involving venomous snakes—particularly cobras—have raised safety concerns in the past.