Did you know that Rue Jacques Moyron is named after a generous Lyonnais? This street is a short one in the Brotteaux district. It stretches from boulevard des Belges to rue Sully. Rue Jacques Moyron intersects rue Montgolfier along the way.
Let’s delve into the story behind the name. Jacques Moyron was born in Lyon in 1564. He spent his childhood in the Saint Nizier and Saint Paul areas. He passed away in 1656. Jacques Moyron was a wealthy merchant. He held titles such as baron and lieutenant général. He also served as a state councillor.
Rue Jacques Moyron is in a district that was urbanized in the early 20th century. This happened rather late compared to other parts of Lyon.
Imagine Jacques Moyron in his time. He was a prominent figure in Lyon. A stained glass window at the Hôtel Dieu depicts him. It shows him bequeathing his estate to the hospice de la Charité on October 12 1651. He was later buried there. The Charité even kept a bust of him. However, Aimé Vingtrinier suggests an alternative burial site. He claims Jacques Moyron was buried at the Observance near his secondary home. This home was later demolished to make way for the conservatory.
Consider the architecture surrounding Rue Jacques Moyron. At the corner of the boulevard stands a beautiful private mansion. It features beige stone and red brick with ornate decorations. Facing it is a large eight-story building. It is simple yet elegant. Further down after rue Montgolfier is a long residence. It has five floors of balconies and two trees. Across from it are two blocks. These have smaller balconies made of dirty concrete.
Today Rue Jacques Moyron is mainly residential. However, it also houses an accounting expert and a doctor.
Getting to Rue Jacques Moyron is quite easy. Several public transport options are available. Buses C1 and C6 stop nearby. The closest bus stop is Parc Tête d’Or Duquesne a short walk away. Metro lines A and B also provide access. The nearest metro station is Foch.
A bust of Jacques Moyron created by Nicolas Bidau in 1656 is in the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon.
As you stroll down Rue Jacques Moyron remember Jacques Moyron’s legacy. He was a generous man who left a lasting impact on Lyon. This street serves as a reminder of his contributions to the city.