Floreffe
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Floreffe is a Walloon municipality located in the province of Namur, Belgium, situated along the Sambre river. It is best known for the historic Floreffe Abbey, founded in the 12th century.
Flag Description: The flag consists of a blue field with two white figures: on the left side from the viewer's perspective (heraldic dexter) is a white rose with stem and leaves, and on the right side from the viewer's perspective (heraldic sinister) is a large ornate white letter 'F'.
Symbolism: The design of the flag is derived from the historical symbolism and coat of arms of Floreffe Abbey. The white rose and the initial 'F' on a blue field refer directly to the name and the spiritual and historical heritage of the municipality.
Flag Description: The flag consists of a blue field with two white figures: on the left side from the viewer's perspective (heraldic dexter) is a white rose with stem and leaves, and on the right side from the viewer's perspective (heraldic sinister) is a large ornate white letter 'F'.
Symbolism: The design of the flag is derived from the historical symbolism and coat of arms of Floreffe Abbey. The white rose and the initial 'F' on a blue field refer directly to the name and the spiritual and historical heritage of the municipality.
Statistics
Area
38.89 km²
Population
8,093