Rue Claude Veyron

Tucked away in Lyon’s 7th arrondissement lies Rue Claude Veyron. It’s more than just a street. It’s a journey through time, echoing with the whispers of history and the rhythm of modern life. Rue Claude Veyron begins its story on Grande Rue de la Guillotière, extending from Rue Nicolaï. It stretches southeast, crossing Rue Crestin before reaching its conclusion at Boulevard des Tchécoslovaques. The street is nestled between Lycée Guimard and the Résidence des Tchécoslovaques. Today, cars travel northward along this curved path, lined with contemporary buildings. But beneath the modern facade lies a richer narrative. Rue Claude Veyron was once part of the Route d’Heyrieux, a pathway existing long before the French Revolution. The street’s current layout retains echoes of this older route. Imagine the area in the 1800s, with scattered houses lining the road, now vanished with time. In 1824, a pivotal moment occurred at number 15 Rue Claude Veyron, at the corner of Rue Crestin. Paul de Magallon, founder of the Saint Jean de Dieu hospice, briefly established a house here. However, the cries of the patients disturbed the neighbors, leading to its relocation. The railway’s arrival in the 1850s further transformed the area, severing the old Route d’Heyrieux. The 20th century brought significant redevelopment. Lycée Hector Guimard, initially the École des Métiers des Industries Métallurgiques established in 1925, took its present form in the 1990s. Rue Claude Veyron honors Claude Veyron, born in 1861 in Villeneuve de Marc and died in Lyon in 1933 at 36 Rue de Combe Blanche. He served as deputy mayor, leaving his mark on the city. The street’s name transitioned from Rue de Heyrieux to its current designation. Interestingly, another notable Veyron, Emile, though not directly connected to the street, adds a layer of intrigue. Born in Lyon in 1925, Emile Veyron achieved global recognition for his toy car creations, first with Norev and later with Majorette. While not directly related to Claude Veyron, this namesake adds a touch of local flavor to the street’s narrative. Rue Claude Veyron stands as a testament to Lyon’s evolving urban landscape. It whispers tales of its past while embracing the present. As you stand here, take a moment to appreciate the layers of history woven into the fabric of this seemingly ordinary street. It’s a reminder that every corner of a city holds a story waiting to be discovered.