Karlsruhe City Banner
Description of banner: It is a vertical red - yellow - red vertical triband. The coat of arms is in the centre of the banner.
Why is Karlsruhe called Karlsruhe?
History. According to legend, the name Karlsruhe, which translates as "Charles' repose" or "Charles' peace", was given to the new city after a hunting trip when Margrave Charles III William of Baden-Durlach woke from a dream in which he dreamt of founding his new city.
What is Karlsruhe known for?
Karlsruhe is a city on the Rhine in Baden-Württemberg in Germany. It is in the north of the Black Forest, close to the French border. Karlsruhe is famous in Germany for both hosting two federal courts and being a major hub for science and technology. With 300,000 people, Karlsruhe is the largest city within 60 km.
