Bingerbrück
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Heraldry of the World Civic heraldry of Germany - Deutsche Wappen (Gemeindewappen/Kreiswappen) |
BINGERBRÜCK
State : Rheinland-Pfalz
District (Kreis) : Mainz-Bingen (until 1969 Bingen)
Incorporated into : 1969 Bingen am Rhein
Official blazon
Origin/meaning
The arms were granted in 1939 and show the legendary Mäuseturm tower. The castle was built around 1000 on a mountaintop on the Rhein river. The castle has been a hallmark for ships ever since. The tower is still used as a beacon.
Literature : Stadler, K. : Deutsche Wappen - Bundesrepublik Deutschland. Angelsachsen Verlag, 1964-1971, 8 volumes.