Travellers should be aware that high-level bulletins have been issued across France, Spain, Italy, Switzerland, Luxembourg and the UK.
Published on
23/06/2026 - 10:18 GMT+2
Several countries in western Europe have issued red heat alerts as the continent faces record-breaking temperatures exceeding 40°C.
France is among the countries worst affected, with the third hottest day ever recorded on Monday as the national average temperature hit 29.2°C.
According to Météo-France, 20% of the country exceeded the 40°C threshold. Highs are expected to continue until at least Thursday.
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Nationwide warnings were also issued in Germany , while temperatures in Italy this weekend were hotter than in Bangkok.
