Photograph of Krampus—Saint Nick’s dark companion.

Tales of Saint Nicholas may suggest that he brings gifts to good boys and girls. But ancient folklore in the Alpine regions of Europe also mentions the Krampus, a terrifying demon-like creature that appears during the Christmas season. They look for mischievous children to punish in frightening – or even possible – ways. to drag it back into the cave in a sack During the dark winter months, the Krampus guilds in the villages A parade will be held. Terrorize onlookers of Krampusnacht by chasing them down and hitting them with a stick as they run down the street.

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