Rue de la Grange

On Rue de la Grange, the air hums with a mix of modern commerce and whispers of the past. Rue de la Grange, a street seemingly ordinary, holds a story waiting to be unveiled. This street, nestled within Lyon’s 9th arrondissement, began its life in the mid-19th century. A plan from 1863 shows its early form. The southern part of Rue de la Grange has even older roots. It was once a pathway connecting Vaise to Saint Just. This route joined with Rue Pierre Audry to the south. The northern part of Rue de la Grange has undergone a significant transformation. The development of Rue Berthet likely altered its original course. Today, Rue de la Grange stretches from Rue Saint Pierre de Vaise, extending from Rue Dumas. It concludes at Rue Louis Loucheur, which has been absorbed into Rue Berthet. The street has seen much change, especially in the early 21st century. The renovations around Rue Berthet spurred much of this transformation. In the 19th century, the southern section of Rue de la Grange ran between a tannery and a candle factory. Now, businesses dominate the street. One finds a grocery store and several companies. Many of these businesses operate within the Cap Vaise complex. Fiducial, located at number 29, prominently displays its name atop its building. The businesses in the south also have main entrances on Rue Berthet. The architecture along Rue de la Grange reflects a blend of old and new. Business premises, modern office buildings, and older residences coexist. Some buildings date back to the early 20th century. Others display the distinct features of 21st-century design. This street offers a glimpse into Lyon’s architectural evolution over time.