“Simone de Beauvoir” A name that echoes through history. Today we find ourselves on Rue Simone de Beauvoir in Lyon. It is a street dedicated to a woman of great intellect and conviction.
Rue Simone de Beauvoir wasn’t always here. In fact, its story began in 2006. This was when the decision was made to create it on the site of a former Bon Lait factory. The street’s construction was still underway in 2010. An architect Christian Devilier put his signature on the building.
As of 2019, Rue Simone de Beauvoir was extended northward. It now stretches from Rue Marot to Rue des Girondins. The area was still under construction in 2020.
Simone de Beauvoir was born in Paris in 1908. She died there in 1986. She became famous for her existentialist philosophy. Also, she championed feminist ideals. Her notable books include “The Second Sex” and “The Mandarins”. With Jean Paul Sartre she founded the journal “Les Temps Modernes”.
It appears that Simone de Beauvoir herself had no direct connection to Lyon. Yet, her intellectual prowess earned her this street’s dedication.
What can you find on Rue Simone de Beauvoir today? In 2020, there was a luthier crafting instruments here. You could also find restaurants, student housing and home care services. A child care center and an architect’s office were located here. You could find a paramedical office too. The Pôle petite enfance Simone de Beauvoir is located at 13 rue Simone de Beauvoir. This is a multi-accueil establishment with a capacity of 53 places. Another option is Lyon Bon Lait, a crèche at 12 rue Simone de Beauvoir, that can welcome 21 children.
Buildings define the street’s architecture. The street takes a slight bend. The building at number 12 stands out with its small columns. These columns support the balconies. A band of wood connects it to other buildings.
An apartment at 21 Rue Simone de Beauvoir offers modern living. This T2 apartment spans 45 square meters. It includes a nearly 7 square meter terrace.
Rue Simone de Beauvoir represents progress. It honors a woman who challenged conventions. This street is more than just a location. It’s a place where the spirit of Simone de Beauvoir lives on.