Keszthely

About the place: Keszthely is an important Hungarian town located on the western shore of Lake Balaton in Zala County. It is the oldest town surrounding Lake Balaton, known for its rich cultural heritage, the baroque Festetics Palace, and a long university tradition.

Flag Description: The flag of Keszthely consists of a white rectangular field with the city's coat of arms centered upon it. The shield is blue, framed within a decorative golden cartouche embellished with a green garland and topped with a sailboat resting on waves. Inside the shield, standing upon a golden crown, are a white stork on the viewer's left (heraldic dexter) and a golden lion holding a sabre on the viewer's right (heraldic sinister). Below the coat of arms, the name 'KESZTHELY' is written in an arched golden serif font.

Symbolism: The coat of arms depicted on the flag reflects the rich history and geography of Keszthely. The sailboat above the shield references the city's location on the shores of Lake Balaton and its nautical heritage. The blue shield featuring a golden crown, a stork, and a lion holding a sabre symbolizes vigilance, bravery, and noble heritage, strongly associated with the influence of the Festetics family.