Krampus Run (Salzburg Christmas Market)Krampuslauf Christkindlmarkt
Salzburg, Austria
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As part of the Salzburg Christkindlmarkt, a Krampuslauf is held annually on Dec 5 (St. Nicholas Eve) in the historic Altstadt 1. Beginning around 18:30, local Krampus and Perchten groups parade through Domplatz and Residenzplatz (the main squares of Salzburg’s Christmas market). Visitors from Salzburg and beyond gather to watch the noise, bells, and intricately carved masks 1. The event is deeply tied to local tradition: according to Salzburg tourism sources, the period from late November to Dec 5 is rich with these wild parades in the city 1.
This festival exemplifies the Catholic and Alpine folklore blend in Salzburg. Krampuses act as St. Nicholas’ companions to scare misbehaving children, continuing a centuries-old myth adapted into modern Advent celebrations 1 2.
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Domplatz Salzburg · Salzburg
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Spectators can view the eerie procession passing by market stalls and the famous fountain at Residenzplatz; the atmosphere is loud and thrilling.
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