Wien-Hetzendorf

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WIEN-HETZENDORF

State : Wien (Vienna)

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Origin/meaning

The arms are those of the Teutonic Order, who owned property here. The name of Hetzendorf derives from "Herco", a medieval Christian name.

Hetzendorf is now part of the 12th municipal district, Meidling.

Literature : Ströhl, 1902; Coffee Hag album, 1930s; http://www.wien.gv.at/bezirke/bezirkswappen/