Flag of Luxembourg
Flag NameFlag of Luxembourg
Country NameLuxembourg
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2LU
Date Adopted1972-06-23
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio3:5
Primary ColorsRed, White, Light Blue
Symbolism DescriptionThe colours red, white, and light blue are derived from the coat of arms of Luxembourg, which features a red lion rampant on a field of ten white and blue stripes. Red is often associated with strength and courage, white with peace and purity, and blue with loyalty or the sky.
Symbolism Categorieshistory
DesignerNot attributed to a single designer; evolved from the Grand Ducal coat of arms.
Related FlagsFlag of the Netherlands
Legal DescriptionThe design and colours are legally defined by the Law of 23 June 1972 on national emblems, and further specified by the Grand-Ducal Regulation of 27 July 1993.
Description
A horizontal tricolour flag consisting of three equal horizontal stripes of red, white, and light blue.
