a town of the Prussian states in the duchy of the Lower Rhine, containing 1250 inhabitants. It is famous for excellent wine; and is situated on the Rhine, in E. Long. 7. 5. N. Lat. 49. 57.

BACCHÆ, in antiquity, the priestesses of Bacchus, who celebrated the orgia or mysteries of that god.—The word was also used for the ivy crowns or garlands worn by the priests of Bacchus, in offering sacrifices to him.