Burgholzhausen vor der Höhe
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Burgholzhausen vor der Höhe is a district of the town of Friedrichsdorf in Hesse, Germany, located at the foot of the Taunus mountain range. The area is known for its rich history and picturesque landscape in the Hochtaunuskreis district.
Flag Description: Vertical flag (banner) consisting of two equal vertical stripes: red on the left (viewer's perspective) and yellow on the right. In the upper half, centered across both stripes, is the coat of arms. The shield features a red field with a central golden (yellow) pale containing a red tower with blue doors and windows, a small turret topped with a cross, and battlements. On each side of the pale in the red fields are two golden (yellow) pruned branches placed vertically. Aspect ratio is 2:5.
Symbolism: The red and yellow (gold) colors derive from the historical coat of arms. The red tower on the golden pale represents the castle/fortress suggested by the name Burgholzhausen, while the pruned branches (Holz) symbolize the surrounding forests and forestry heritage of the Taunus region.
Flag Description: Vertical flag (banner) consisting of two equal vertical stripes: red on the left (viewer's perspective) and yellow on the right. In the upper half, centered across both stripes, is the coat of arms. The shield features a red field with a central golden (yellow) pale containing a red tower with blue doors and windows, a small turret topped with a cross, and battlements. On each side of the pale in the red fields are two golden (yellow) pruned branches placed vertically. Aspect ratio is 2:5.
Symbolism: The red and yellow (gold) colors derive from the historical coat of arms. The red tower on the golden pale represents the castle/fortress suggested by the name Burgholzhausen, while the pruned branches (Holz) symbolize the surrounding forests and forestry heritage of the Taunus region.
Statistics
Area
4.11 km²
Population
3,348