Celldömölk

About the place: Celldömölk is a town in Vas County, western Hungary, serving as the seat of the Celldömölk District. Situated at the foot of the volcanic Ság Hill, it is known for its Benedictine heritage, Marian pilgrimage site, and thermal baths.

Flag Description: The flag consists of two horizontal bands, yellow on top and blue on the bottom. In the center of the flag is the town's coat of arms. The shield is blue, divided horizontally and per pale in the upper section. The upper-left field (viewer's left) depicts the statue of Our Lady of Mariazell with the Infant Jesus in ornate golden vestments surrounded by a halo. The upper-right field features a golden crowned lion holding a sabre in its right forepaw. The lower blue field displays a golden grapevine with two bunches of grapes growing from a triple mount.

Symbolism: The yellow and blue colors of the flag are derived from the primary tinctures of the town's coat of arms. The depiction of Our Lady of Mariazell references Celldömölk's history as an important Marian pilgrimage site. The golden lion holding a sabre reflects historic noble heraldry and military valor, while the grapevine on a triple mount symbolizes traditional viticulture on the slopes of the nearby volcanic Ság Hill.