Peloche | |
|---|---|
Village | |
  Peloche  Peloche | |
| Coordinates: 39°11′11″N5°8′13″W / 39.18639°N 5.13694°W [1] | |
| Country |  Spain |
| Autonomous community |  Extremadura |
| Province | Province of Badajoz |
| Municipality | Herrera del Duque |
| Elevation | 397 m (1,302 ft) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 208 |
Peloche is a village located in the municipality of Herrera del Duque, in Badajoz province, Extremadura, Spain. As of 2020, it has a population of 208. [2]
Peloche is located 180km east-northeast of Badajoz.
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