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52.4163, 13.1969
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Red Barrels Historical Memorial
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9 Places to Have a Big Adventure Like Pee-wee Herman
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Our First Summer Snaps Photo Contest Winners: Roadside Attractions
May these amazing shots inspire you to hit the road!
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The 'Darting Children' That Helped Japan Win Its War on Traffic Accidents
How hand-painted signs known as Tobita-kun became beloved local mascots.
Somerset, Pennsylvania
Jenny Globe
This giant, rotating globe was built to celebrate the expansion of a company that makes steam cleaners and pressure washers.
Pleasantville, Pennsylvania
The Little Village
A collection of bite-sized buildings creates a magical mini village in the Pennsylvania mountains.
Sedgwick, Maine
Pushcart Press
This roadside stand claims to be the world's smallest bookstore.
Ballandean, Australia
Ballandean Dinosaur
Originally made for a fruit festival in the area in 1998 this was then erected outside the railway station and is now one of Australia’s iconic “Big Things” right at the side of the highway.
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The Ultimate American Road Trip Maze
A new challenge from a record-holding maze-maker.
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Podcast: World Famous Crochet Museum
Step inside the cutest, most cuddly museum in the desert.
Grand Isle, Vermont
DonnaSue Bakes + Cooks
Restoring faith in humanity one pie at a time by selling stellar baked goods on an honor system.
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Book a room at one of these wondrous hotels, motels, or inns.
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On the Road? Share Your Pics of Roadside Attractions and Win!
We want to see your road trip wonders for Atlas Obscura’s first photo contest—Summer Snaps.
Redwood City, California
The Buddha of 101
A giant statue perched on dumpsters watches over the freeway.
Nullarbor, Australia
Old Nullarbor Roadhouse
This restored station garage allows visitors to step back in time at this remote outpost on the Nullarbor Plain.
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The Retro Lover’s Guide to Road-Tripping
Inside one man’s quest to visit the last vestiges of roadside Americana.
Hastings, Nebraska
Bigfoot Crossroads of America
This museum started by a curious collector is now a place for believers and skeptics alike.
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7 Places to Experience Big Wonder in Texas
Hit the state’s highest peaks, darkest skies, and widest vistas on this super-sized road trip.
Willits, California
Cowboy Willy
A giant fiberglass Muffler Man found new life as a rodeo guardian.
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