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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