Gifhorn

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GIFHORN

State : Niedersachsen
District (Kreis) : Gifhorn
Additions : 1974 Gamsen, Kästorf, Neubokel, Wilsche, Winkel

Official blazon

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Origin/meaning

Gifhorn received town and market rights in 1275 from Johann, Duke of Braunschweig-Lüneburg. Since the late 14^th century the city used its own seals.

All lseals show the lion of the Welfen dynasty, to which the Dukes of Braunschweig belonged, as well as a canting horn. The colours are known since the 18^th century and have not changed since.