Pop Up Crosswalks

So crossing the road in Europe is not like Australia. You take your life into your own hands with every step… but Ah, but in Quebec, we have ze popup crosswalks, where even the streets get a taste of French flair! 

So, picture this: you're strolling down a charming Quebecois street, baguette in hand, when suddenly, voilà! A crosswalk appears as if by magic. It's like the crosswalks have decided to take a leisurely stroll themselves.

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These crosswalks are like the chameleons of the road, blending in until they are called to action. You're not just crossing the road; you're crossing into a whole new dimension of pedestrian experience. One moment, you're on the sidewalk, and the next, you're part of a street performance art piece.

As you approach the curb adjacent to a crossing point, the bright yellow crosswalk lines on the road quite literally flip up to block the oncoming traffic and provide a barrier for pedestrians to walk behind… e voila.

Cars must stop, else be slapped in the face by these vertical boomgates. Hopefully there are some sensors in place to determine the most appropriate time to raise the bars.

So, when in Quebec, keep an eye out for these popup crosswalks. They may not follow the rules of the road, but they sure know how to make an entrance that leaves you saying, "C'est magnifique!"

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