Bad Lippspringe
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Bad Lippspringe is a spa town in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, located in the district of Paderborn. Situated at the western slope of the Teutoburg Forest, it is well known for its mineral springs and the source of the river Lippe.
Flag Description: The flag is designed as a vertically hanging banner. The upper section features a white field displaying the red city shield with three white crosses (two above, one below). Below this section, the remainder of the flag consists of two vertical stripes: red on the left side from the viewer's perspective (heraldic dexter) and white on the right side (heraldic sinister). The aspect ratio is approximately 3:1.
Symbolism: Red and white are the traditional colors of the town as well as the Prince-Bishopric of Paderborn, to which Bad Lippspringe historically belonged. The city coat of arms at the top displays three silver (white) crosses on a red field, reflecting the historical seal and symbolism of the municipality.
Flag Description: The flag is designed as a vertically hanging banner. The upper section features a white field displaying the red city shield with three white crosses (two above, one below). Below this section, the remainder of the flag consists of two vertical stripes: red on the left side from the viewer's perspective (heraldic dexter) and white on the right side (heraldic sinister). The aspect ratio is approximately 3:1.
Symbolism: Red and white are the traditional colors of the town as well as the Prince-Bishopric of Paderborn, to which Bad Lippspringe historically belonged. The city coat of arms at the top displays three silver (white) crosses on a red field, reflecting the historical seal and symbolism of the municipality.
Statistics
Area
50.99 km²
Population
16,808