Flag of France
The flag of France is a vertical tricolor of blue, white and red, with blue at the hoist side. It is known as the Tricolore. The three stripes are of equal width, the proportions are 2:3 and there is no emblem or inscription.
Colors
- Blue #082858 · 33%
- White #F8F8F8 · 33%
- Red #C81828 · 33%
Proportions: 2:3
Download: SVG · PNG 1200 px · WebP 640 px
Meaning of the flag of France
Blue and red are the traditional colors of Paris, and white was the color of the French monarchy. Joined together during the French Revolution, they came to stand for the nation and its ideals of liberty, equality and fraternity. The tricolor became the national flag in 1794 and, after a break under the restored monarchy, has been used continuously since 1830.
Map of France
France is a country in Western Europe, bordered by Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Monaco, Spain and Andorra. It has coasts on the English Channel, the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea, and it also includes overseas regions.
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Frequently asked questions
What colors are on the flag of France?
The flag of France is blue, white, and red.
What are the proportions of the flag of France?
The flag of France has a ratio of 2:3 (height to width).
What does the flag of France mean?
Blue and red are the traditional colors of Paris, and white was the color of the French monarchy. Joined together during the French Revolution, they came to stand for the nation and its ideals of liberty, equality and fraternity. The tricolor became the national flag in 1794 and, after a break under the restored monarchy, has been used continuously since 1830.
Can I download the flag of France?
Yes: this page has the flag of France as SVG (vector) and as a 1200-pixel PNG, free to download.
Flag image: Wikimedia Commons, Public domain (Original: Unknown Vector: SKopp).
