Franco da Rocha (CPTM) explained

Symbol Location:saopaulo
Symbol:cptm
Franco da Rocha
Style:CPTM
Address:R. Cavalheiro Ângelo Sestini, 200
Borough:Vila Artur Sestini
Country:Brazil
Structure:At-grade
Platform:Island platform
Opened:1 February 1888
Rebuilt:10 May 2014
Code:FDR
Former:Juquery
Owned: Government of the State of São Paulo
Operator: CPTM
Map Name:Track layout

Franco da Rocha is a train station on CPTM Line 7-Ruby, located in Franco da Rocha.

History

The original station was opened by São Paulo Railway on 1 February 1888, named Juquery. Years later, it was renamed after Francisco Franco da Rocha, doctor responsible for the opening of Juqueri hospital complex.[1]

The new building is contemporary and adapted to people with disabilities, with tactile floor, adapted restrooms for wheelchairs, elevators and escalators.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Franco da Rocha. Estações Ferroviárias do Brasil. pt. Ralph. Mennucci Giesbrecht. 25 July 2019.
  2. Web site: População de Franco da Rocha recebe nova estação da CPTM. Governo do Estado de São Paulo. pt. 10 May 2014. 25 July 2019.