Lysá nad Labem

Digital Passport

Flag

Lysá nad Labem

Name

Lysá nad Labem

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: City / Municipality

Summary

About the place: Lysá nad Labem is a town in the Central Bohemian Region of the Czech Republic, located along the Elbe River in the fertile Elbe Lowland. It is known for its Baroque chateau with extensive gardens, a major exhibition center, and a rich history.

Flag Description: The flag consists of two horizontal stripes, red over green in a 3:1 width ratio. Rising from the green stripe into the red field is a white crenellated tower with five square merlons and an open red arched gateway.

Symbolism: The white tower with battlements on a red and green background derives from the historical coat of arms of Lysá nad Labem. The tower symbolizes municipal rights and fortifications, while the green stripe represents the fertile countryside of the Elbe region.

Statistics

Area

33.67 km²

Population

10,099

Location