Wachtberg

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WACHTBERG

State : Nordrhein-Westfalen
District (Kreis) : Rhein-Sieg Kreis
Additions : 1970 Adendorf, Arzdorf, Berkum, Fritzdorf, Gimmersdorf, Holzen, Liessen, Niederbachem, Oberbachem, Pech, Villip, Werthoven, Züllighoven

Official blazon

German
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Origin/meaning

The arms were granted on April 13, 1971.

The arms are based on a local legend and shown in the colours of the family Von der Leyen, who played an important role in the local history.

Postal cancellation 2016

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Literature: Nagel, R. Rheinisches Wappenbuch, 1986.