Kamp-Lintfort

About the place: Kamp-Lintfort is a city in the German state of North Rhine-Westphalia, located in the district of Wesel. It is known for the historic Kamp Abbey and its industrial heritage in coal mining.

Flag Description: The flag consists of three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green. In the center of the flag is the city's coat of arms. The shield is red, depicting a white church with green roofs and spires (the central spire is topped with a golden rooster). In the upper left corner from the viewer's perspective (heraldic dexter), there is a small yellow escutcheon containing a blue gear wheel and a yellow plowshare/hook. Below the church are crossed black mining hammers (schlägel und eisen). The aspect ratio is 3:5.

Symbolism: The red, white, and green stripes represent the traditional colors associated with the region and city. The church depicted on the shield symbolizes the historic Kamp Abbey founded in 1123. The crossed black mining hammers denote the city's significant coal mining heritage, while the small shield with a gear and plowshare stands for agriculture and industry in Lintfort.