If charging stops had fan clubs, these locations would have had a busy summer.
From major holiday routes in France to popular gateways in Germany and Croatia, these IONITY Locations helped power thousands of summer journeys across Europe in 2025.
We’re counting down the five most popular stops on our network, based on charging visits across the summer period.
Alongside each location, we’ve also suggested nearby alternatives. They may be less familiar, but they can be a great option when you’re planning your next road trip.
Drum roll, please.
#5 Vidauban Sud
Our fifth most popular charging stop of summer 2025, IONITY Vidauban Sud was a favourite for drivers heading towards the Mediterranean coast.
It’s also the only location on this list where drivers stopped for less than 25 minutes on average, but who could blame them with southern France on the doorstep?
Fast facts:
- An average of 93 drivers charged here every day throughout the summer
- Drivers charged for an average of 24 minutes before continuing their journey
- Saturday 12 July was the busiest day of the summer for this location
Also nearby:
IONITY La Garde is another great option for drivers heading towards the south of France.
#4 Jura
Coming in at number four, IONITY Jura helped power summer road trips, mountain escapes and journeys through one of France’s most scenic regions.
It also brings serious charging power, with six 350 kW and four 400 kW charging points.
Fast facts:
- An average of 109 drivers charged here every day over the summer months
- Most drivers charged in less than 30 minutes before continuing their journey
- Saturday 19 July was the most popular day for visits to this location
Also nearby:
IONITY Mâcon Saint-Albain offers another convenient stop near Lyon.
#3 Village Catalan
Third place goes to IONITY Village Catalan, conveniently located near the French-Spanish border.
While it may only be number three on this list, Village Catalan almost had a hit of its own when it recorded the second busiest day of summer 2025.
Fast facts:
- An average of 114 drivers powered up here every day in summer 2025
- Drivers took an average time of 31 minutes to recharge
- Saturday 26 July was the busiest day of the summer for Village Catalan
Also nearby:
IONITY Narbonne Vinessan Nord offers drivers another convenient location for Franco-Spanish cross-border travel.
#2 Zadar Tromilja
The second hottest location of summer 2025, IONITY Zadar Tromilja shows just how popular Croatia was with EV drivers last summer.
That’s no small achievement, considering it’s the only location to make the Hot List outside Germany and France.
Fast facts:
- An average of 132 drivers plugged in every day in summer 2025
- Drivers recorded an average session time of 29 minutes
- Thursday 31 July was the busiest day of the summer for this location
Also nearby:
IONITY Gospić is another convenient option for charging in Croatia.
#1 Lüneburger Heide West
The most popular IONITY Location of summer 2025, Lüneburger Heide West was our hottest destination for summer road trips.
Its peak moment came on Friday 11 July, when it welcomed more drivers than any other location featured in this year's Hot List.
Fast facts:
- One of Europe's favourite summer charging stops, with an average of 134 drivers every day
- Drivers charged up in around 27 minutes before continuing their road trips
- Friday 11 July was its busiest day of the season
Also nearby:
IONITY Stuckenborstel is a Northern Germany location worth considering – and offers up to 400 kW charging.
Planning your summer road trip?
The most popular charging stops are popular for a reason, but they're rarely the only option.
Whether you're travelling to the coast, the mountains or somewhere in between, a little flexibility can help make charging even smoother.
The IONITY App can help you discover nearby locations, view live charger availability and explore historic usage patterns, making it easier to plan charging stops around your journey.
Our Charge Champions will also be returning to many of our busiest locations throughout summer 2026, including those featured in the Hot List.
On hand to welcome drivers, answer questions and help keep journeys running smoothly during peak travel periods, they'll be supporting customers at some of the most popular charging stops on the IONITY Network.
Need more tips for summer EV travel? Read our guide to summer charging across Europe.
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