Ladenburg
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Ladenburg is a historic town in western Germany in the state of Baden-Württemberg, situated on the Neckar River. The town boasts a rich history dating back to Roman times and is located in the Rhein-Neckar district.
Flag Description: The flag consists of a horizontal bicolor of two equal bands: blue on top and white on the bottom. In the center of the flag is the town's coat of arms. The coat of arms features a shield party per bend argent and azure, charged with a red castle with two towers, an open gate with a blue portcullis, and two crossed blue keys above the gate between the towers.
Symbolism: The blue and white colors of the flag derive from the traditional colors of the city. The red castle on the coat of arms represents city rights and fortifications. The crossed keys are the attribute of Saint Peter and symbolize the historical connection to the Bishopric of Worms.
Flag Description: The flag consists of a horizontal bicolor of two equal bands: blue on top and white on the bottom. In the center of the flag is the town's coat of arms. The coat of arms features a shield party per bend argent and azure, charged with a red castle with two towers, an open gate with a blue portcullis, and two crossed blue keys above the gate between the towers.
Symbolism: The blue and white colors of the flag derive from the traditional colors of the city. The red castle on the coat of arms represents city rights and fortifications. The crossed keys are the attribute of Saint Peter and symbolize the historical connection to the Bishopric of Worms.
Statistics
Area
19.00 km²
Population
12,517