Begin of the West Coast Roadtrip
September 22, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 20 °C
We started off by spending one night around Westminster, and then by following the 1 along the Pacific Ocean north. Our first stop was at a little beach nearby Santa Barbara.
San Francisco & Golden Gate Bridge
September 23, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 25 °C
We made it to the Bay Area and from our Motel in Oakland we took the train to San Francisco, where we finally visited the Golden Gate Bridge at sunny weather, so we could actually see the area aroundRead more
San Francisco Citytour
September 24, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 22 °C
Second day in San Francisco before we continue. Today, we explored the city a little more. Checked out the harbour, some more hidden paths and buildings. And of course, walked up and down on the funnyRead more
Salt Lake in San Jose
September 24, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 26 °C
At the evening of the same day, we went from San Francisco back to our motel, and then did a quick drive to San Jose, where we met up with a friend. The view was fantastic and we had a great eveningRead more
Following Sacramento River
September 25, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 26 °C
We left the bay area and followed Sacramento River until we reached Sacramento. The landscape next to the river feels very similar to some areas next to Elbe River in Germany. Weather was great and weRead more
North California
September 26, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 26 °C
After a stop in Sacramento, we continued through the mountains of North California. We took detours on purpose, to see as many beautiful spots as possible. And we were successful!
Further to the North
September 26, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 27 °C
Following the street through the mountains, we saw some very beautiful spots. More pictures!!
Quick stop at Lake Almanor
September 26, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 26 °C
Dotching some fire warnings and closed roads, we made it to this peaceful lake.
A great view
September 26, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 26 °C
Following the street, we arrived at this viewpoint with an amazing seight over the landscape around us. Seeing the street in the distance that we would continue on was a crazy way to put everythingRead more
A night in Weed
September 26, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 25 °C
On our way to Oregon, we stopped at a little town called Weed, located right next to Mt. Shasta. They really knew how to get the tourists in with that name xD
A night in Madras
September 27, 2024 in the United States ⋅ 🌙 21 °C
And we finally made it to Oregon. After a quick stop to get our car checked and fixed, we arrived in Madras.
Road to Portland
September 28, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 19 °C
After leaving Madras, we headed west over a little street, passing by a village called Warm Springs. Our goal for the day was Portland, where we wanted to meet some friends.
Portland Japanese Garden
September 28, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 23 °C
We met friends in Portland and visited the Japanese Garden together.
Portland Retro Gaming Expo 2024
September 29, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 17 °C
We stayed in Portland for another day, because timing was great for us and we were able to visit the Retro Gaming Expo together with a friend.
Last afternoon in Portland
September 29, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 18 °C
We got suggested the little park area nearby the river in the center of Portland and decided to spend our last hours here before moving on further north.
Columbia River, looking towards Washington
September 30, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 18 °C
We followed the Columbia River for a while because a friend suggested that we would have some great views here. And they were right! While looking for a toll-free bridge, we found a nice park, whereRead more
Columbia River, looking towards Oregon
September 30, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 20 °C
We crossed a bridge and now looked across the river from the other side, towards Oregon. Now it was time to find a path into the mountains, because we wanted to be further away from big cities andRead more
Into the forests of Washington
September 30, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 14 °C
We found a tiny road into the forests and before a last quick stop in Trout Lake to refill our gas, we took a street nearby and around Mt. Adams.
Der Wasserfall im Wald
September 30, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 13 °C
The trip through the forest started off great. We arrived at a beautiful waterfall which looked great during sunset.
Nighttime at the forest
September 30, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 8 °C
What we didn't know, the street continued being a gravel road. Our navigation tried to guide us all the way around this road until it was "too late", but it was definitely an experience :D
Once itRead more
Morning at the pacific coast
October 1, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 15 °C
We made it all the way up, even a little further north than Seattle. After driving through almost the whole night, we had a (tired) but rewarding morning!
Seattle Citytour
October 1, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 17 °C
And we made it! The stop we wanted to reach, when we started. Seattle! Here, we met up with a friend and he gave us a tour around the city.
Seattle Space Needle
October 2, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 16 °C
Not much to say here. Of course we had to go on this one! It's so famous! And the view was great as well!
Back South
October 3, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 20 °C
Since we reached Seattle, our destination at the North, all whats left is going back South to LA now. Some more nice spots along the way though, because we decided to take a different route backRead more
Beautiful Landscape
October 3, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 20 °C
Just enjoying the views... Reminded me of Scandinavia at some points.