The 3 best destination detours in Europe, according to a travel expert

Travel influencer Helana Jackson recommends three European detours to ease overtourism and reveal hidden gems: Lake Molveno in the Dolomites, Berchtesgaden with Lake Königssee near Salzburg, and Gosausee in the Salzkammergut. She praises scenic drives, lakeside walks, cableways, and hiking routes that showcase alpine scenery, offer outdoor activities like boating and paddleboarding, and provide quieter, picture‑perfect alternatives to crowded city centers.