Landkreis Biberach Flag for Indoor & Outdoor Use

Red and Yellow Landkreis Biberach Flag with District Coat of Arms

Display the history and regional identity of Upper Swabia with this Landkreis Biberach flag. The red and yellow district colours and detailed coat of arms recall the area’s former Free Imperial Cities, religious foundations and centuries of local history.

This is the flag of Landkreis Biberach, an administrative district in Baden-Württemberg, rather than the municipal flag of the city of Biberach an der Riß. It is suitable for residents, local organisations, cultural associations, collectors of German regional flags and anyone with family or personal connections to the district.

A District with Roots in the Free Imperial City of Biberach

The administrative history of Landkreis Biberach can be traced to the Württemberg Oberamt Biberach, which was established after the former Free Imperial City of Biberach and its surrounding territory passed to Württemberg in 1806. The Oberamt was later renamed Landkreis Biberach.

During the Baden-Württemberg district reform of 1 January 1973, Landkreis Biberach received municipalities from the former districts of Saulgau and Ehingen. Billafingen and Langenenslingen also joined from the district of Sigmaringen, while several municipalities were transferred to neighbouring districts.

The administrative seat is Biberach an der Riß. The district lies in Upper Swabia and includes historic towns such as Biberach, Laupheim, Riedlingen, Ochsenhausen, Bad Buchau and Bad Schussenried.

The Imperial Eagle and Monastic Crosier in the Coat of Arms

The coat of arms is divided vertically into two fields. On the gold field appears one half of a black imperial eagle with red claws and beak. The red field contains a gold abbot’s crosier with a white ceremonial veil.

The imperial eagle represents the numerous territories within the present district that once had immediate status within the Holy Roman Empire. It refers especially to the former Free Imperial Cities of Biberach and Buchau.

The abbot’s crosier represents the many monasteries and religious foundations that shaped the region before their secularisation in 1803. These included the monasteries and abbeys of Ochsenhausen, Rot an der Rot, Schussenried, Buchau, Heggbach, Heiligkreuztal and Gutenzell.

The coat of arms was first granted on 4 March 1970. Following the district reform, it was granted again to the reorganised Landkreis Biberach on 3 September 1973. The red and yellow flag colours reflect the main heraldic colours of the district design.

Durable Construction for Indoor and Outdoor Display

The Landkreis Biberach flag is made from durable 115 g/m² polyester. Reinforced edges and double stitched seams provide additional strength, while two rust-resistant brass grommets make it easy to attach the flag to a pole, wall, balcony or suitable mounting system.

• Durable 115 g/m² polyester fabric
• Reinforced edges for additional strength
• Double stitched seams
• Two rust-resistant brass grommets
• Water-resistant material
• UV-protected colour print
• Single-sided print with approximately 90% visibility in reverse on the back
• Washable at 30°C
• Suitable for indoor and outdoor display
• Free worldwide shipping

The UV-protected print helps preserve the red, yellow, black and white details during normal use. Prolonged exposure to very strong wind, storms and extreme weather can affect the service life of any textile flag. Taking the flag down during severe weather is recommended.

Available Landkreis Biberach Flag Sizes

Where Can the Landkreis Biberach Flag Be Displayed?

This German district flag is suitable for a wide range of personal, cultural and decorative uses:

• Homes, gardens, balconies and offices
• District celebrations and Upper Swabian festivals
• German cultural and heritage events
• Clubs, associations and community organisations
• Schools, exhibitions and educational displays
• Collections of German district and regional flags
• Gifts for people from Landkreis Biberach

Installation and Care Instructions

The two brass grommets are positioned along the hoist edge. They can be attached to hooks, clips, rope or another suitable flag mounting system without requiring special installation tools.

Wash the flag at 30°C using a gentle washing programme and allow it to air-dry completely. Make sure the flag is clean and dry before folding and storing it. Removing it during storms or extreme wind can help reduce unnecessary stress on the fabric and seams.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Landkreis Biberach Flag

1. Is this the flag of the city or the district of Biberach?

This product represents Landkreis Biberach, the administrative district. It should not be confused with the blue and yellow municipal flag of Biberach an der Riß.

2. Where is Landkreis Biberach located?

The district is situated in Upper Swabia within Baden-Württemberg and forms part of the Tübingen administrative region.

3. What is the administrative seat of the district?

The administrative seat and largest city of the district is Biberach an der Riß.

4. What changed during the district reform of 1973?

Landkreis Biberach received municipalities from the former districts of Saulgau and Ehingen, as well as Billafingen and Langenenslingen from Sigmaringen.

5. What does the black eagle represent?

The imperial eagle recalls the numerous former imperial territories in the region, particularly the Free Imperial Cities of Biberach and Buchau.

6. What does the abbot’s crosier represent?

The crosier represents the many monasteries, abbeys and religious foundations that influenced the historical development of the district.

7. What is the white cloth attached to the crosier?

It is a ceremonial veil, known in heraldry as a velum or pannisellus. It forms part of the historical depiction of the abbot’s crosier.

8. When was the Landkreis Biberach coat of arms granted?

It was first granted on 4 March 1970 and granted again to the reorganised district on 3 September 1973.

9. Can the flag be displayed outdoors?

Yes. Its polyester material, reinforced edges, double seams and brass grommets make it suitable for normal outdoor display.

10. Is the flag printed on both sides?

The flag is printed on one side. The design remains approximately 90% visible in reverse when viewed from the back.

11. Which sizes are available?

The available sizes are 60 × 90 cm, 90 × 150 cm, 120 × 180 cm and 150 × 250 cm.

12. Is worldwide shipping free?

Yes. Free worldwide shipping is included with the Landkreis Biberach flag.