Published on

27/08/2026 – 7:01 GMT+2

You might think Scandinavia would be the obvious choice for an active European coolcation, but a new ranking suggests the Alps could be just as tempting.

As this summer winds down following months of record-breaking temperatures, new research shows that searches for coolcations have risen 74% year-on-year, and that 65% of holidaymakers now saying they’d rather avoid travelling during the hottest time of year.

Those who do opt to holiday in the peak summer months are often travelling to spots where they can beat the heat.

The research, from SportsCover Direct, has ranked Europe’s best destinations for an active…

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