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May 29, 2024 · A Krampuslauf is a cultural event that has gained more and more international recognition, with tourists—often American—flocking to Europe to experience their first “Krampus parade” or “Krampus run.”
2 days ago · Experience an authentic Krampuslauf — the infamous Krampus Run. It’s part parade, part theater, and all nightmare. During this after-dark spectacle, locals shapeshift into Krampus — becoming half-goat, half-demon.
- So Who Is This Krampus?
- A 500-Year Old Tradition
- Sparifankerl Pass
Krampus is an emissary of evil who usually accompanies Saint Nicholas on his rounds. Whereas the good Saint Nicholas (upon whom it is said Santa Claus is modelled), goes around rewarding good children with gifts at Christmas time, his companion Krampus on the contrary puts fear into wicked people and unruly children. These masked devils are so ugly...
The Krampus Run (Krampuslauf) is a 500-year old traditionthat has become popular again in Germany in recent times. Although the origin of the Krampus figure is unclear, some say that it dates back to pre-Christian times and may be a Germanic pagan figure. In the past, the Krampus Run used to be raucous and quite rowdy. Any unaware or inattentive pe...
The Sparifankerl Passis the first Krampus group in Munich to resurrect the centuries old winter tradition. The members in the group don’t get paid for their performances. They do the Krampus Run for the sheer fun of it. In fact they have to fork out their own money for the costumes which cost a couple of thousand Euros each. So if you’re at the Mun...
2 days ago · A Krampuslauf (“Krampus Run”) is a performative procession of costumed Krampus, led by Saint Nicholas. Clad in nightmarish masks and furry costumes, Krampus characters create a nightmarish spectacle with erratic movements, melodramatic gestures, and loud clanging bells.
Nov 24, 2020 · I’m in Munich to see its Krampuslauf (Krampus run), a parade of Krampus groups from all over Europe. More than 300 people dressed in Krampus outfits parade through the Marienplatz to the thrill of thousands of spectators. Munich sees its large Krampuslauf typically the Sunday after December 6.
What is the Krampuslauf? The Krampuslauf is a traditional parade known in English as the Krampus Run. I had the opportunity to experience the Krampuslauf at the “Advent Market” close to the City Hall in Graz, Austria this year and I couldn’t wait to tell you all about it.
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Sep 25, 2024 · The Krampuslauf, or Krampus Parade, often takes place on either St. Nicholas Eve (Dec. 5) or St. Nicholas Day (Dec. 6). Some visitors who have fallen under the spell of Krampus arrange their visits to catch the two parade nights in two different Tyrolean towns.
