Gellénháza

About the place: Gellénháza is a village in Zalaegerszeg District, located within Zala County in western Hungary. The community is historically well-known in the region for its connection to oil and gas extraction.

Flag Description: The flag consists of a white rectangular field with the full municipal coat of arms centered on it. The shield is divided horizontally with a green base; the upper blue field displays a crowned flame flanked by two pairs of armored arms holding sabres, while the lower red field features two black horses facing each other with a crossed sabre and palm branch between them. A gold cross is set upon the green base. Above the shield rests a helmet with a crown and mantling. Below the coat of arms, the name of the municipality "GELLÉNHÁZA" is written in black capital letters.

Symbolism: The white field featuring the municipal coat of arms is a traditional format for Hungarian local flags. The coat of arms displays military and historical motifs, including armored arms with sabres, a helmet, and a cross, symbolizing local history and valor. The flame also represents the municipality's significant history of natural gas and oil extraction.