Wien-Weinhaus

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WIEN-WEINHAUS

State : Wien (Vienna)

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Origin/meaning

The arms of Winhaus show two winegrowers with golden grapes symbolising the wine grown here. The name "Wine House" was first documented in 1266 derives from a (then) famous vinery.

Literature : Ströhl, 1902; Coffee Hag album, 1930s; http://www.wien.gv.at/bezirke/bezirkswappen/