Cantonal flags

With us you get every cantonal flag in the best quality — and in exactly the version you want. Cantonal flags are strong symbols of identity: for flagpoles, façades, festivals, clubs and interiors. We reproduce the coat of arms faithfully according to official heraldry.

Materials

Material	Weight	Use
Dekoflag	60 g/m²	light polyester silk for decoration indoors, slightly glossy
Starlight	115 g/m²	economical flag cloth for outdoor use, slightly glossy
Starflag	160 g/m²	robust Dralon fabric for outdoor use, matt
Powerflag	165 g/m²	strong knitted flag cloth for outdoor use, slightly glossy

From 3 m size upwards we supply Swiss and cantonal flags appliquéd in the robust Starflag Dralon fabric — Swiss handcraft from our sewing atelier.

Sizes and flagpole recommendations

Sizes 80 × 80 to 200 × 200 cm can be ordered directly here. Larger formats up to 500 × 500 cm and other finishes on request.

Flagpole height	Recommended flag size
6 m	120 × 120 cm
7–8 m	150 × 150 cm
10 m	200 × 200 cm
12 m	250 × 250 cm

Printing

We mainly print double-sided digital for bright, fresh colours; larger quantities are screen-printed. Prices depend on material, size, quantity and printing method.

Advice, care and repair

Decorative, table and boat flags of all cantons are available on request — call us on +41 41 630 35 53 or visit our flag shop in Neudorf. Tip: take flags in during storms (from 75 km/h), hail or sleet — this greatly extends their life. We also repair and wash frayed flags in our sewing atelier.

Cantonal flags for Swiss flag throwing are in the category Schwinger flags. More about the history and heraldry of cantonal flags in the Fahnen-Wiki.

Frequently asked questions about cantonal flags

Which sizes are available and what do cantonal flags cost?

Printed cantonal flags in weatherproof Starflag fabric (approx. 160 g/m²) come in eight sizes from 80 × 80 to 350 × 350 cm: 80 × 80 cm CHF 86, 100 × 100 cm CHF 94, 120 × 120 cm CHF 104, 150 × 150 cm CHF 119, 200 × 200 cm CHF 183; large formats on request. All 26 cantons are available from stock in Neudorf LU.

Which flag size fits my flagpole?

Rule of thumb: 6 m flagpole → 120 × 120 cm, 7–8 m → 150 × 150 cm, 10 m → 200 × 200 cm, 12 m → 250 × 250 cm. Following Swiss tradition, cantonal flags are square. In wind-exposed locations, choose one size smaller.

Printed, flamed or appliquéd – what is the difference?

Printed (screen print on Starflag) is the weatherproof, colourfast standard version for all 26 cantons. Flamed is the traditional version with a flame pattern, finished in Neudorf. Appliquéd means the coat of arms is sewn on in fabric – a hand-sewn one-off from our sewing workshop. Flamed and appliquéd versions are available for selected cantons.

What material are the flags made of?

The standard is Starflag, a weatherproof, colourfast fabric of approx. 160 g/m² for permanent display. For wind-exposed sites there is Powerflag (165 g/m²); for decoration and indoor use the lighter fabrics Dekoflag (60 g/m²) and Starlight (115 g/m²).

How do I care for a cantonal flag properly?

Take the flag down in storms from 75 km/h, hail or sleet – this considerably extends its life. Wash soiled flags and re-stitch frayed edges early; on request our sewing workshop in Neudorf takes care of washing and repairs.

How fast is delivery and what does shipping cost?

Stock items are usually delivered within 1–3 working days, to Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Parcel shipping from CHF 15, free shipping from CHF 1,000 order value. Purchase on invoice with 30 days to pay; unused stock items can be returned within 7 days after notification.

Are there cantonal flags for flag throwing as well?

Yes. Cantonal flags 121 × 121 cm for flag throwing are available printed for all 26 cantons (CHF 385) and sewn/appliquéd for Fribourg, Lucerne, Solothurn, Ticino, Zug and Zurich (CHF 395) and Schwyz (CHF 450). They are grouped on the Schwinger flags page.

Further reading (wiki in German): Kantonsfahnen · Fahnenstoff Starflag · Formen und Grössen · Pflege und Lagerung · Heraldik