Krumbach (kreis)
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Heraldry of the World Civic heraldry of Germany - Deutsche Wappen (Gemeindewappen/Kreiswappen) |
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KRUMBACH (SCHWABEN) (KRU)
State : Bayern
Incorporated into : 1973 Günzburg
Origin/meaning
The arms were granted on May 22, 1962.
The arms are a combination of the arms of the Lords of Schwabegg-Ursberg (eagle) and the Lords of Freyberg. The first family founded two monasteries in the district, which played a major role in its history. The Lords of Freyberg owned for a long time the Estate Niederraunau in the district.
Literature : Stadler, K. : Deutsche Wappen - Bundesrepublik Deutschland. Angelsachsen Verlag, 1964-1971, 8 volumes.