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Franche

Campania, Italy · Europe

About Franche

Franche works well as a base: 10 minutes from Piazza Roma, 4km from Path of the Gods (Sentiero degli Dei).

Franche is a town located in Campania, Italy. With a population of 1,317, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Franche sits in Italy, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Rome time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Franche to your route.

About Franche

Monte Faito is a mountain in the Monti Lattari, a small mountain range chain in the Campanian Pre-Apennines, on the Sorrentine Peninsula of southwestern Italy.

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What are the best things to do in Franche?

Franche offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Franche located?

Franche is located in Campania, Italy, Europe. The coordinates are 40.6718 latitude, 14.5214 longitude.

What is the population of Franche?

Franche has a population of approximately 1,317 people, making it a town in Italy.

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Quick Information

Population
1,317
Continent
Europe
Country
Italy
Region
Campania
Timezone
Europe/Rome
Coordinates
40.6718, 14.5214

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Italy

Police
113
Ambulance
118
Fire
115
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

ACI roadside assistance: 803 116. ZTL (limited traffic zones) in city centres are camera-enforced.

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Worth the detour from Franche

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

famous road

Path of the Gods (Sentiero degli Dei)

A breathtaking cliffside hiking trail along the Amalfi Coast connecting Agerola to Positano high above the Mediterranean.

4 km · about 10 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Positano Viewpoint

The classic pull-off on the Amalfi Coast road where the pastel cascade of Positano reveals itself against the deep blue Tyrrhenian Sea.

5 km · about 10 min drive

beach

Spiaggia Grande di Positano

A picturesque Amalfi Coast beach beneath the pastel-coloured cliffside village of Positano.

6 km · about 10 min drive

cafe

Bar Internazionale Positano

A clifftop bar on the Amalfi Coast road where travelers pause to take in one of the world's most spectacular coastal driving views with an espresso.

6 km · about 10 min drive

landmark

Positano

A picturesque cliffside village on the Amalfi Coast with pastel-colored houses cascading down to the sea.

6 km · about 10 min drive

photogenic

Fiordo di Furore

A slot-canyon inlet on the Amalfi drive where a huddle of fishermen's houses hides beneath the SS163 road bridge: once a Mediterranean high-diving championship venue. Blink at the wrong hairpin and you drive straight past it.

7 km · about 15 min drive

national park

Amalfi Coast Protected Area

A UNESCO-listed stretch of dramatic Mediterranean coastline with terraced lemon groves and pastel villages.

8 km · about 15 min drive

coastal drive

Amalfi Coast Road (SS163)

Stunning Italian coastal road carved into cliffs above the Mediterranean

8 km · about 15 min drive

Driving roads near Franche

  • Right herePath of the Gods (Sentiero degli Dei)A breathtaking cliffside hiking trail along the Amalfi Coast connecting Agerola to Positano high above the Mediterranean.
  • Right herePositano ViewpointThe classic pull-off on the Amalfi Coast road where the pastel cascade of Positano reveals itself against the deep blue Tyrrhenian Sea.
  • Right hereAmalfi Coast Road (SS163)Stunning Italian coastal road carved into cliffs above the Mediterranean
  • Right hereRavelloA hilltop town perched above the Amalfi Coast renowned for its stunning gardens and classical music festival.
  • Right hereNastro Azzurro (SS145)The 'Blue Ribbon' road winding along the Sorrento Peninsula ridge toward Positano, serving cliff-edge panoramas over both the Gulf of Naples and the Amalfi Coast before joining the SS163.

Driving in Italy

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.82/litre
Motorway tolls
~€8.50/100km

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Franche.

Pimonte

🇮🇹 Italy

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Piazza-Tralia-Pendolo

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1 km awayPop. 4,378

Gragnano

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2 km awayPop. 29,082

Casola di Napoli

🇮🇹 Italy

3 km awayPop. 3,699

Piazza Roma

🇮🇹 Italy

4 km awayPop. 4,232

Agerola

🇮🇹 Italy

4 km awayPop. 7,348

Lettere

🇮🇹 Italy

4 km awayPop. 5,605

Castellammare di Stabia

🇮🇹 Italy

4 km awayPop. 66,164

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