Britons have been advised to move to different parts Spain as the country becomes wrapped in extreme heat. This week temperatures have skyrocketed across Europe, with some parts of Spain hitting highs of 46C.

The temperatures are similar to those that have hit the European continent in recent years and brought with them droughts and wildfires. As these temperatures, and the dangers that come with them, become more regular, experts are issuing Britons with alternative holiday ideas to avoid the worst of the heat.

Speaking to Express.co.uk, Sara Thornton and John Hammond from Vacay Weather provided some guidance for Brits looking for a summer holiday without the heatwave. Instead of visiting the likes of Seville - currently sweltering in 42C heat - or Costa Del Sol, the pair recommend heading to northern parts of Spain during the summer months.

They suggest places like San Sebastian, Santander and Galicia as these locations have "cooler Atlantic breezes, lush green landscapes, rich culture and cuisine".

The likes of San Sebastian and Santander, based in the north of the country, are 14C cooler than Seville today. They also boast beautiful beaches and an impressive food scene. The autonomous region of Galicia, tucked away in Spain's northwestern corner, is packed with mist-shrouded mountains and emerald valleys. Sara and John also recommended Pyrenees Mountains for their hiking, villages, and relief from the heat.

Commenting on the growing trend of Sahara-esque heat striking the continent, John said moves northwards could continue. He explained: "This summer we are already seeing repeated domes of extreme heat expanding northwards across Europe - a pattern that will be the hallmark of future decades.

"And as the globe warms, the climate of southern Europe and the Mediterranean will increasingly take on the characteristics of north Africa.

"This will nudge British tourists northward in retreat from unbearable heat in summer, restricting the appeal of southern destinations to the seasonally cooler times of the year. Indeed there is evidence that tourists are already increasingly looking for cooler holiday destinations."

Whilst some Brits have the option to leave Spain after a week to escape the heat, political figures are warning that it is time to take action to help residents cope.

The Secretary General of the United Nations António Guterres has warned that extreme heat is no longer an anomaly but a part of normal life in some places in Europe.

During a development conference in Seville he warned: "Extreme heat is no longer a rare event - it has become the new normal. The planet is getting hotter and more dangerous. No country is immune."

In response to the hot weather, Spain issued a high heat alert. In a statement on Saturday, the country's health ministry urged people to stay hydrated and out of the sun.

They said: "Remember that while the heat affects us all, it affects different people in different ways. Take special care if you have a risk factor - these categories include: people aged over 65 and under four; pregnant women; people with chronic illnesses, and those in situations of loneliness or socioeconomic vulnerability."