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Sep 1, 2002

What is distinct about Montréal's metro is that it was the first subway system anywhere in the world to ride exclusively on nitrogen-inflated valve tires. This enables the métro to brake more easily as well as to climb hills and pull away with greater facility. Furthermore there is a marked reduction in the noise and vibration transmitted to the neighboring buildings.

Another distinct characteristic of the métro is that every station displays a different piece of art by a different artist. Walking through the different stations is like taking a tour through an art museum. For you visitors to Montréal I would suggest you take the time to stop at each and every station and look at the various works of art.

In order to have an idea what the early Streetcars looked like as far back as the horse drawn vehicle click on the above highlight which is a photo album of E.Z. Massicotte and on your left hand side of the site click on the letter "T" when you come to the word Tramway click this section and you will see some fantastic photos of early Montreal tramways.

Another good site to check out where you will find all kinds of models of streetcars or tramways that existed in Montreal.

The plan of the present day métro system can be found at the following site You will also find on this site a very detailed map of Montréal's underground city as well as time tables, fares and anything you want to know about Montréal's public transportation system.

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