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Bookmark or Share- Meet Krampus, the Christmas Devil Who Punishes Naughty ...In Alpine Austria and some parts of Germany, this day was known as Krampusnacht, or “Krampus night,” when adults might dress up as Krampus to frighten children at their homes. Children might...
- What is Krampus? Explaining the horrific Christmas beastAccording to folklore, Krampus purportedly shows up in towns the night of December 5, known as Krampusnacht, or Krampus Night.
- Krampus - WikipediaThe Krampus (German: [ˈkʁampʊs]) is a horned anthropomorphic figure who, in the Central and Eastern Alpine folkloric tradition, is said to accompany Saint Nicholas on visits to children during the night of 5 December (Krampusnacht; "Krampus Night"), immediately before the Feast of St. Nicholas on 6 December.
- Austria Krampus Celebrations: A Unique Winter TraditionKrampusnacht (Krampus Night) is celebrated in early December and offers visitors a spine-tingling experience that blends ancient legends, community spirit, and a touch of frightful fun. This article dives into the origins, customs, and the allure that makes Krampus celebrations a unique winter spectacle in Austria.
- The Strange Origins and History of Krampusnacht - History DefinedKrampus is a horned, anthropomorphic creature; its origins are found over two thousand years ago in the pre-Christian, Pagan societies of the central and eastern Alps in Switzerland, southern Germany, and western Austria.
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