Maison Thomassin

Lyon was known as an important commercial hub between Flanders and Italy. The town became a centre for cloth craftsmanship and, as of the 15th century, three or four important trade fairs were held at the "place du change". Lots of families made their fortunes from these fairs and the Thomassins Family, had a private mansion built on the "Place du change". This mansion is one of the oldest of its type in Lyon and an architecture wonder.