That Queen of Beauty followed by many a maiden bright;

And with loving glances and longing those daughters of earls did they greet.

Fair harbourage full swiftly was found for guests so sweet.

(C) At Pledeling resting-places were prepared for the slumber-tide.

All people came forth riding to meet them from every side;

And they gave to them whatso they needed with willing hands and free

There and elsewhere, and they took it with princely courtesy.

Back rode the bishop to Passau with his niece the royal dame;

And so soon as unto the burghers of the city the tidings came,

That the child of their prince’s sister, Kriemhild the Queen, drew nigh,