Best European vacation spots for avid runners to visit on 2024 summer trips, Hoka says

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The top vacation destinations in Europe for those looking to exercise while on holiday were announced — and some spots are surprising. 

Global Running Day is June 5, 2024 — and Hoka, the running shoe brand known for comfort and support, enlisted researchers to discover which European vacation spots would be the best choice for avid runners to hit this summer. 

The analysis followed eight key metrics: annual Google search volume, Instagram hashtags, number of spas, pollution levels, average daylight hours, average temperature, Strava downloads (a workout tracking app), and the number of national parks. 

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Hoka noted that "runcations" are being searched online — and over the past year, more than 288,000 running-related hashtags have been shared on Instagram. 

After comparing all European countries, Hoka released a list of the top spots to add to your summer run bucket list. 

Hoka, a popular exercise shoe, released the top 10 European countries to run — or walk — on your next summer vacation.  (iStock)

So, whether you choose to run or walk, see if your summer vacation spot made the list … 

Andorra was one of the top vacation destinations for runners to visit this summer, according to a new study. (iStock)

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Portugal was ranked high in a Hoka study as a good country to get in some extra steps this summer.  (iStock)

That's right — Spain topped the list of the best European vacation spots for those who enjoy running and walking. 

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