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Franquez

Morovis, Puerto Rico · North America

About Franquez

Franquez is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Ciales, 25km from Ruta Panorámica.

Franquez is a town located in Morovis, Puerto Rico. With a population of 2,021, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Franquez sits in Puerto Rico. It's in the America/Puerto Rico time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Franquez to your route.

About Franquez

WBQN (1580 AM), branded on-air as Radio Borinquen is a radio station broadcasting a news talk format. Licensed to Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, it serves the Western Puerto Rico area. The station is part of the WAPA Radio News Network and it is currently owned by NotiRadio Broadcasting, LLC, managed by Wifredo G. Blanco-Pi.

Read more The station is shared with translator station W286DL 105.1 FM also in Aguadilla.

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What are the best things to do in Franquez?

Franquez 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 Franquez located?

Franquez is located in Morovis, Puerto Rico, North America. The coordinates are 18.3402 latitude, -66.4277 longitude.

What is the population of Franquez?

Franquez has a population of approximately 2,021 people, making it a town in Puerto Rico.

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Quick Information

Population
2,021
Continent
North America
Country
Puerto Rico
Region
Morovis
Timezone
America/Puerto_Rico
Coordinates
18.3402, -66.4277

Tags

North AmericaPuerto RicoMorovisTown

Worth the detour from Franquez

4 notable places within an hour's drive.

famous road

Ruta Panorámica

A 269 km chain of about 40 narrow secondary roads running the length of Puerto Rico's Cordillera Central from Mayagüez to Maunabo, built in the early 1970s purely for the mountain views and lechoneras along it.

25 km · about 30 min drive

photogenic

Cueva Ventana

A limestone cave in Arecibo whose far opening frames the Río Grande de Arecibo valley like a window: a short guided walk from the road to one of Puerto Rico's most photographed viewpoints.

28 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Old San Juan

A vibrant walled colonial city with cobblestone streets, colorful buildings, two massive Spanish fortresses, and 500 years of history.

36 km · about 40 min drive

tunnel

Guajataca Tunnel

A 1904 railroad tunnel cut through the coastal cliff between Isabela and Quebradillas, now a walkable public monument opening onto a wild Atlantic cove and the mouth of the Guajataca canyon.

59 km · about 70 min drive

Driving roads near Franquez

  • 25 kmRuta PanorámicaA 269 km chain of about 40 narrow secondary roads running the length of Puerto Rico's Cordillera Central from Mayagüez to Maunabo, built in the early 1970s purely for the mountain views and lechoneras along it.
  • 59 kmGuajataca TunnelA 1904 railroad tunnel cut through the coastal cliff between Isabela and Quebradillas, now a walkable public monument opening onto a wild Atlantic cove and the mouth of the Guajataca canyon.

When to drive here

Year-round

Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Franquez.

Barahona

🇵🇷 Puerto Rico

2 km awayPop. 2,632

Morovis

🇵🇷 Puerto Rico

3 km awayPop. 2,414

Ciales

🇵🇷 Puerto Rico

4 km awayPop. 3,256

Miranda

🇵🇷 Puerto Rico

7 km awayPop. 2,057

Coto Norte

🇵🇷 Puerto Rico

10 km awayPop. 1,381

Corozal

🇵🇷 Puerto Rico

12 km awayPop. 11,297

Manatí

🇵🇷 Puerto Rico

12 km awayPop. 16,092

Vega Baja

🇵🇷 Puerto Rico

12 km awayPop. 29,325

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