Court of the Voracious

Situated on the slopes of the Croix-Rousse neighborhood, the Cour des Voraces (Also called Maison de la République) is a major symbol of Lyon. Built in 1840, it is a fine example of the folk architecture of the canuts (Lyonnais silk workers) related to the silk industry, which deeply marked the neighborhood. It is also a place that symbolizes some great moments in the history of Lyon.
The court is certainly Voracious, its name derived from a group of workers called the Voraces weavers, who made a name for themselves with the Canut revolt of 1848-1849, one of the largest revolts in the 19th century. The courtyard with it’s many winding alleyways leading away from it has served as a refuge for canuts during their revolts. A plaque here says: “In the Cour des Voraces, hive of silk work, canuts fought for their lives and their dignity.” This courtyard alone symbolizes the history of the area, it’s businesses and its people.

It is a big traboule that links 9 Place Colbert, 14 bis montée de Saint-Sébastien and 29 rue Imbert-Colomès, the first of which gives you the easiest access. Please keep in mind that people actually live here, be quiet and respectful so that this beautiful example of Lyonaise architecture remains accessible to everyone, and not closed off like some of the other traboules.

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