Krampus Run by Strobler Perchten

Krampus Run by the Strobler Perchten at the market square in Strobl.

“Krampus" is the untamed, shaggy spirit that accompanies St. Nicholas. Their traditional costumes and masks are elaborately handcrafted. “Perchten" are wild pagan spirits widespread throughout the Austrian and Bavarian region. They carry bells and other loud instruments to dispel the winter. Nowadays the originally different Krampus and Perchten customs have merged into one in many regions.