Bietigheim-Bissingen
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Bietigheim-Bissingen is a major district town in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, located on the Enz River about 19 km north of Stuttgart. Formed in 1975 through the merger of Bietigheim and Bissingen an der Enz, it serves as an important industrial and cultural center in the Ludwigsburg district.
Flag Description: The flag consists of a horizontal bicolour of white over red with a aspect ratio of 3:5. Centered on the flag is the city coat of arms, which features a red shield bearing a silver (white) embattled tower with a black entrance and a blue patriarchal double cross on its wall.
Symbolism: The white and red colours are derived from the primary tinctures of the Bietigheim coat of arms. The white tower represents the historical fortifications and town rights of Bietigheim, while the blue patriarchal cross is a traditional city emblem originating from ancient seals.
Flag Description: The flag consists of a horizontal bicolour of white over red with a aspect ratio of 3:5. Centered on the flag is the city coat of arms, which features a red shield bearing a silver (white) embattled tower with a black entrance and a blue patriarchal double cross on its wall.
Symbolism: The white and red colours are derived from the primary tinctures of the Bietigheim coat of arms. The white tower represents the historical fortifications and town rights of Bietigheim, while the blue patriarchal cross is a traditional city emblem originating from ancient seals.
Statistics
Area
31.29 km²
Population
43,755