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Chartierville, Quebec, Canada: Magnetic Hill

A helpful bi-lingual sign explains how to experience the mystery. Defying the laws of gravity and common sense, vehicles appear to roll backwards up a hill.

Address:
Hwy 257, Chartierville, PQ, Canada
Directions:
On route 257, south of La Patrie and 1/4 mile from the N.H. border.
Admission:
Free.
RA Rates:
Worth a Detour
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Bi-lingual gravity hill sign.

Magnetic Hill

An optical illusion which makes you believe your car is going up a hill while it goes down. Totally free.

[Genevieve, 01/25/2007]

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