Leonberg

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LEONBERG

State : Baden-Württemberg
District (Kreis) : Böblingen (until 1973 Leonberg)
Additions : 1938 Eltingen; 1975 Gebersheim, Höfingen, Warmbronn

Official blazon

In Gold ein rotbewehrter und rotbezungter schwarzer Löwe.

Origin/meaning

Leonberg was founded in 1249 by Count Ulrich of Württemberg. The oldest seal dates from the late 13^th century and shows a lion (Leo) on a mountain (Berg), making the arms canting. Since the early 15^th century the lion stands on the shield alone. The colours are the colours of Württemberg and are known since 1535.