Route 66

The Famous Route 66 Across the USA

Route 66 is almost like a cult monument. It has existed since 1930 and is also known as "Mother Road" or "Main Street USA". Its course will introduce you to the USA through diverse and interesting landscapes. 

Its eastern route to the west allowed millions of Americans to go to the Wild West in search of a better life. Drawing a big curve, it starts in Chicago and ends on the shores of the Pacific in Los Angeles.

Route 66 has inspired artists, writers, musicians and filmmakers. It offers a variety of remarkable landscapes and will allow you to meet interesting people. To explore the whole route you will need three weeks. It is preferable to travel this route in early autumn or late spring and avoid the very cold winter in Illinois.

Your motorhome Route 66 journey begins in the Midwest heading towards Springfield where you can enjoy the museum and shops. Don't forget to visit Abraham Lincoln's grave or the Salem State Historic Site. After this first step, you will cross the heart of America to get to Oklahoma City. On the way stop in Tulsa, once known as the oil capital of the world, and which now houses the largest collection in the world of Western American art. You will easily find a campsite in Oklahoma.

Don't miss out on Albuquerque, the capital of New Mexico. Enjoy the galleries and art markets of this city. Along the way take the scenic route through the Santa Fe National Forest. From Albuquerque, you can head off in your motorhome to the Grand Canyon, which is only 410 miles away. After the impressive views offered by the Grand Canyon, you can head to Las Vegas, the city that never sleeps! Thereafter head to the Hollywood hills! 

The famous Route 66, 2300 miles long, is a real decoration of American films, and notorious for its dust storms, Harley Davidson bikers and legendary fast food establishments.