Welche Staaten schneidet die Route 66?
Die Route 66 ermöglichte Autofahrten vom Osten in den Westen der USA. Sie führt von den Hügeln und Feldern in Illinois, Missouri, Kansas und Oklahoma durch die Trockengebiete in Texas und die roten Wüstem von New Mexico und Arizona nach Kalifornien.
Wo ist die berühmte Route 66?
Die Route 66 war eine ursprünglich 2.451 Meilen (3.945 Kilometer) lange Straße (US Highway) im Fernstraßensystem der USA von Chicago (Illinois) nach Santa Monica/LA (Kalifornien). Sie galt ab 1926, abgesehen vom Lincoln Highway, als eine der ersten durchgehend befestigten Straßenverbindungen zur Westküste.
Where is Las Vegas located on Route 66?
Las Vegas is not located on Route 66 but is only six miles north of the original 1926 to 1937 US 66 alignment that linked Santa Rosa with Albuquerque through Santa Fe along the Santa Fe Trail. Its rich history with Wild West flavor makes it a must-see stop for those driving along Route 66 in New Mexico.
How much does it cost to visit the Grand Canyon on Route 66?
Here we leave Route 66 to visit the natural wonders of Arizona and Las Vegas. We will get back on the Route from Barstow, California. Grand Canyon South Rim . Entrance fee $30, valid for 7 days. For the more adventurous you can go down into the canyon, recommended the South Kalibab Trail.
Is it fun to drive on Route 66?
Driving is fun and road trips are all about the driving experience. However Route 66 is also about the sights, the people and enjoying the trip. Drive too many hours and you will get too tired to have fun. So try not keep driving at less than 6 hours per day.
Is the Route 66 route the same as the Interstate?
Very often the Route 66 runs along the Interstate and, especially in the first half of the Route (I would say until the Oklahoma State) and I would suggest you take the Interstate to be able to go to a higher speed. The view and landscape is exactly the same!