Forest, Belgium

About the place: Forest (in Dutch Vorst) is one of the nineteen municipalities located in the Brussels-Capital Region of Belgium. Situated in the southern part of the metropolitan area, it is known for its expansive parks, the Forest National concert hall, and its historic abbey.

Flag Description: The flag consists of a rectangular field vertically divided into two equal stripes. The left stripe from the viewer's perspective is green, and the right stripe is white.

Symbolism: The traditional municipal colors stem from local symbolism. Green points to the name of the municipality (Forest / Vorst meaning forest) and its lush parks and historical woodlands, while white completes the traditional bicolor composition.