a city, the capital of the bailiwick of the same name, in the circle of Treisam, in the duchy of Baden. The bailiwick comprehends two towns, twenty villages and hamlets, peopled by 12,100 souls. The city stands on the river Elz, in a fine situation, containing 460 houses, and 2430 inhabitants. It is surrounded with walls, and is a place of some trade, especially in leather. Near to it is the well-frequented baths of Birnabaden.