Designed byNo individual designer; colours from the coat of arms of the House of Luxembourg.
Design & Symbolism
Specs plus what each color and emblem means on this flag — tap an element to reveal its meaning.
Proportions
3:5
Shape
Rectangular
Colors
Red#ED2939 · Pantone 032 C
Red, from the lion of the arms, depicts courage and sacrifice.
White#FFFFFF
White depicts peace and honesty.
Blue#00A1DE · Pantone 299 C
The sky blue, from the background of the arms, depicts the sky and loyalty.
Construction details
Proportions 3:5. Three equal horizontal bands, red, white, sky blue. Almost identical to the flag of the Netherlands, but its blue is lighter and the flag more elongated.
Construction sheet
Etiquette & protocol
How the flag should be used and displayed with respect.
Specific rules — Luxembourg
The flag is honoured on 23 June, National Day.
The country also flies a 'Roude Léiw' (Red Lion) ensign.
Common conventions
Keep the flag clean and never let it touch the ground.
Never fly a torn or faded flag — repair or replace it.
Illuminate the flag if it stays up at night.
Never use the flag as clothing, packaging or advertising.
Dispose of a worn flag respectfully, not in the trash.
Did you know?
It looks almost like the Dutch flag, but its blue is a lighter sky blue and the flag is more elongated.
