Friesland

The flag of Friesland is one of Europe's most distinctive regional flags, featuring diagonal blue and white stripes with red pompeblêden (water lily pads) arranged in a scattered pattern across the blue stripes. The seven red water lily leaves — often mistaken for hearts — are an ancient Frisian symbol dating back centuries. The diagonal stripes and leaf pattern create a dynamic, immediately recognisable design that reflects the province's deep connection to its waterways and unique Frisian cultural identity.