Ever paused to wonder about the man behind the name of Rue Docteur Rebatel? This street honors Fleury Rebatel. He was a doctor and a significant figure in Lyon’s history.
Rue Docteur Rebatel stretches southward. It begins at Avenue Lacassagne. It extends from Rue Diday. The street continues to Cours Albert Thomas facing Place Ambroise Courtois. Beyond that point the road becomes Rue Antoine Lumière in the eighth arrondissement. Keep an eye out. You can spot the Château Lumière to the south.
The street wasn’t always called Rue Docteur Rebatel. It was once known as chemin vicinal n°94 de Saint Charles. This was in the late 19th century.
Fleury Rebatel lived from 1845 to 1905. He resided at 7 quai de l’Hôpital. Rebatel was more than just a doctor. He was president of the Rhône’s general council. He even inaugurated the prefecture in 1890. He also directed the Champvert health center.
Rebatel played a role in a famous criminal case. Alongside Lacassagne, he cared for Joseph Vacher. Vacher was also known as the “shepherd killer”. This case captured headlines in the 1900s. Bertrand Tavernier even made a film about it. It was called “The Judge and the Assassin”.
Fleury Rebatel’s family also left their mark. His daughter, Blanche Rebatel, married Édouard Herriot. She became a prominent figure in Lyon for half a century. She earned the Chevalier de la Légion d’honneur for her contributions during World War I. A rose from Pernet Ducher even bears her name.
As you walk along Rue Docteur Rebatel, notice the architecture. A small old section exists between a building at number 2 and an old house numbered 70. The street transforms after Rue Bara. Buildings from the late 20th century line the street. They are set back with parking lots and gardens.
Look for the school group Rebatel. Also, a car repair shop, a bakery, and a veterinary clinic are located here. These landmarks mark the present-day character of Rue Docteur Rebatel.
The street widens further after Rue des Dahlias. A building creates a public space. It includes benches and trees. On the other side, the school spans over Rue de l’Harmonie.
Now, remember Fleury Rebatel. Remember his contributions to medicine and politics. Remember his family’s legacy. Rue Docteur Rebatel stands as a reminder of Lyon’s rich past.