Holidays are amazing opportunities to relieve stress. Whether you want to put your life on pause to explore Europe or help people arrange their own adventures, there are many locations travel fans visit specifically to relieve their anxiety.
Cities with stress-reducing activities make any adventure feel easy to plan. Consider how you or your clients want to spend time away from home to select the ultimate European destination for those interests.
Here we uncover some of the most popular destinations for wellness travel around Europe to help you find the best spot for your upcoming holiday plans.
1. Vienna, Austria
When people arrive in Vienna, they often head straight for the city’s famous art museums and historic venues. The city hosted 18.9 million overnight stays in 2024, up 9% from the previous year.
Whether you’re personally visiting the area or recommending it to a client, Vienna could make a perfect wellness getaway. There are numerous spas to explore, plus waterfront activities and nearby walking trails.
2. Nice, France
Relaxing along the French Riviera soothes the mind like nothing else. Wellness facilities and parks fill the city, so there are numerous ways to take it easy between travel activities.
Strolling along the boardwalk and lounging on the public beaches might be the perfect way to spend free time between museum explorations.
Don’t forget to sample the fresh French food available throughout the bustling city. Treating your taste buds to new recipes will help you fully enjoy your trip.
3. Ibiza, Spain
Ibiza is one of the most popular destinations for wellness travel because it feels like a luxury getaway no matter what you do.
The cliffside beaches and colourful buildings dazzle tourists while they spend their holidays at retreats, on dinner cruises and at fresh seafood restaurants.
Hotels in Ibiza may also provide accessibility accommodations free of charge. Calling to inquire is essential while crafting an inclusive travel agenda because you or your client will need to know what to bring.
4. Corfu, Greece
Island getaways are the travel adventures people dream about their entire lives. Corfu often ranks among the best places for people ready to realise their wellness dreams.
Travellers can relax on boats floating on clear waters within quiet bays and there’s also a good mix of tourist-focused activities for people stopping at this popular cruise ship port.
No matter what you find relaxing, you’re likely to find it on Corfu.
5. Oslo, Norway
Treat yourself to a stress-free experience by travelling to Oslo. The city offers cooler weather, numerous wellness facilities and lots of nature parks.
People also love the city because it is a green place to live, which might ease some of your climate-related anxiety.
Oslo hopes to achieve a zero-emission public transport system by 2028 and there are also bikes for rent throughout the region. You could easily walk, bike or ride to your planned activities without harming the environment.
6. Porto, Portugal
Porto is full of colourful buildings towering over the streets. Enjoy the fresh coastal air before going to one of the city’s beloved spas or attending yoga in a public park.
Visitors love Porto’s health-focused activities, so it’s worth exploring if you’re considering wellness travel plans.
7. Helsinki, Finland
People often hear of Helsinki when it makes the news as a political hub, but it’s also a popular choice among wellness travellers. The city is full of saunas and parks where you can find serenity.
Visitors also appreciate how sustainable urban planning makes Helsinki a walkable space. Whether you are travelling by yourself or recommending the destination for clients, Helsinki is an excellent destination to merge physical and mental health activities into a long weekend.
Researchers note how Finnish people may experience greater emotional well-being than residents of other countries because many of them eat plant-based meals. Visitors can give plant-based meals a try and perhaps carry the habit back home.
8. Puglia, Italy
If you can’t picture a wellness holiday without cliffside hotels and cobblestone streets, plan a trip to Puglia.
The destination has a serene vibe while also being busy enough to have two international airports.
You could tour ancient olive groves, swim in private villa pools and stargaze after a long day of spa treatments. The Italian and Mediterranean foods available at local restaurants will feel like a refreshing change.
Beth Rush is the Managing Editor at Body+Mind
