Retro

Retro

The Montreal subway revised. Retro: involving, relating to, or reminiscent of things past; retrospective. “As is often the case in retro fashion, historical accuracy is somewhat beside the point.” (New York Times)
Historian, Jean-Claude Germain, has written that: “The metro is for Montreal what the boulevards are for Paris or the canals for Venice.” And how right he was…Montreal’s swift, convenient, and inexpensive, metro system is the best way to get around the francophone metropolis. In addition, Montreal’s metro is also one of the most architecturally distinctive subway systems in the world. Unlike many other subway networks, which feature kilometres of identical stations, every station in Montreal is distinct. The system is also beautifully decorated with hundreds of pieces of public art, including sculptures, frescoes, and stained glass. From the works showing off the history of Montreal in the first network, to the audacious abstraction of the later extensions, Montreal’s metro is truly a walk down memory line.
Since its opening on October 14th 1966, commuters have too often, people race around the metro without appreciating the beauty and creativity of yesteryear. Montrealers and tourists alike should take the time to discover our wonderful city through what lies beneath its streets. This magnificent part of Montreal’s heritage is yours to see for the price of a metro ticket – or with the click of a mouse. So come along for a retro ride.