Lübbecke
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Lübbecke is a medium-sized town in the northeastern part of North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, situated at the foot of the Wiehen Hills in the Minden-Lübbecke district.
Flag Description: The flag consists of two horizontal bands of red and white in a ratio of 3:5 (or 2:3). Positioned towards the hoist in the left half from the viewer's perspective is the city's coat of arms. The coat of arms features a silver shield depicting a red city wall with two towers, an open gate displaying a blue field with two crossed silver keys, and a golden six-pointed star set between the towers above the wall.
Symbolism: The red and white colors reflect the traditional colors of Westphalia and the historic Prince-Bishopric of Minden. The coat of arms depicts city walls and towers representing municipal rights. The crossed keys are the attribute of Saint Peter, patron saint of the Diocese of Minden, to which Lübbecke historically belonged. The six-pointed star is an ancient emblem associated with local jurisdiction and civic autonomy.
Flag Description: The flag consists of two horizontal bands of red and white in a ratio of 3:5 (or 2:3). Positioned towards the hoist in the left half from the viewer's perspective is the city's coat of arms. The coat of arms features a silver shield depicting a red city wall with two towers, an open gate displaying a blue field with two crossed silver keys, and a golden six-pointed star set between the towers above the wall.
Symbolism: The red and white colors reflect the traditional colors of Westphalia and the historic Prince-Bishopric of Minden. The coat of arms depicts city walls and towers representing municipal rights. The crossed keys are the attribute of Saint Peter, patron saint of the Diocese of Minden, to which Lübbecke historically belonged. The six-pointed star is an ancient emblem associated with local jurisdiction and civic autonomy.
Statistics
Area
65.00 km²
Population
26,000