Holidaying in furnace France: Tourists in 'eerily deserted' Bordeaux describe misery of 42C heatwave, saying shoes 'melt' on the pavements and even 10 minutes in the sun is 'unbearable'

Visitors to Bordeaux are experiencing an unprecedented heatwave, with temperatures soaring to a scorching 42°C, marking the hottest day in France's recorded history. Tourists are finding it nearly impossible to enjoy outdoor activities, describing the streets as eerily deserted as they seek refuge indoors. The intense heat has rendered even short exposure to the sun unbearable, with some reporting shoes melting on the pavements. This extreme weather underscores the potential impacts of climate change, even in traditionally temperate regions like France.