“Domrémy” a name echoing through French history. Did you know this street in Lyon shares its name with the birthplace of Joan of Arc? Rue Domrémy offers a glimpse into Lyon’s urban evolution.
Let’s take a stroll down Rue Domrémy. It begins where the tram line runs. The street heads south. It serves the Passage Feuillat before ending at Avenue Lacassagne. Look to your right. You will see number 62.
This area started its urban development in the early 20th century. Today Rue Domrémy is undergoing renewal. Major construction is in progress. This street is transforming in the 21st century.
Notice the small slope. Pedestrians can use it to access the cycle path. This path runs alongside the tramway line.
Now observe the buildings at the end of the street. A long row faces away from the railway line. A large parking area sits at their base.
On the other side you can see a massive eight-story structure at numbers 2, 4, and 6. Between them are small parking entrances. Further down are three facades. One is a recent three-story building. The other two date back to the 1950s. They have six floors.
Looking east before Passage Feuillat, there’s an opening for the Résidence Domrémy. Beyond that the street runs alongside some large warehouses.
The east side was redeveloped in 2017. It now features angular apartment buildings. Balconies and gardens separate these buildings.
The street is named after Domrémy. Domrémy is a small village in the Vosges. It lies on the banks of the Meuse River. It is four hundred kilometers north of Lyon. The dedication mirrors the naming of a nearby street. It honors Joan of Arc. The street shares a name with her birthplace.
The street also houses a tarot training center. Some believe it offers divination.
Rue Domrémy embodies Lyon’s blend of history and progress. As we continue our tour, remember the echoes of Joan of Arc. Remember also the ongoing transformation of this Lyon street.