Balatonföldvár

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Balatonföldvár

Name

Balatonföldvár

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: City / Municipality

Summary

About the place: Balatonföldvár is a popular resort town located on the southern shore of Lake Balaton in Somogy County. It is known for its spacious parks, scenic lakefront promenade, and one of the largest sailing harbors on Lake Balaton.

Flag Description: The flag consists of a white field with the complete municipal coat of arms centered. The coat of arms features an ornate shield, quartered with an inserted lower wedge. The first and fourth golden quarters contain a green tree on a green mount. The second and third blue quarters show a radiant golden sun with a face above two silver wavy bars. The lower silver wedge depicts a red fortified tower on a green base. Above the shield rests a silver helmet topped with a golden crown and mantling—blue and gold on the dexter side, green and silver on the sinister side.

Symbolism: The blue fields with wavy bars and the sun symbolize Lake Balaton, its sunny climate, and the town's resort character. The trees represent Balatonföldvár's rich parks and green environment. The red tower in the lower point references the historic earthen fort from which the town derives its name ('földvár' meaning earthen fort in Hungarian). The helmet and crown atop the shield highlight the heritage and status of the municipality.

Statistics

Area

15.32 km²

Population

2,322

Location