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Anif Krampus

On 5 December at 18:00, it’s time again in Anif! One of the most impressive spectacles of Advent takes place in the form of terrifying figures with fire and plenty of noise. The Krampus, with their fearsome masks, are on the loose again. 5,000 visitors come to see this phenomenal spectacle every year.
Krampus in traditioneller Verkleidung mit Feuerwerk bei einer Veranstaltung in Salzburg

The tension rises

Even though mulled wine, roasted chestnuts and gingerbread are romantically offered on the village square, the atmosphere reaches boiling point as darkness falls. For then they can be heard: the pre-Christmas tunes of Anif brass players. They mark the beginning of a magnificent spectacle.

House visits

To preserve the tradition of St. Nicholas and Krampus in the village’s families,
the Anif Krampus visit over 70 households in the municipality every year during the first week of December.

Run of the Niederalm Krampus

Since 1984, the Niederalm Krampus have been causing mischief in the municipality. When the lights go out at 18:30 on 4 December, the spectacle begins: dark figures with carved masks, accompanied by the ringing of bells, take over the Niederalm village square. Framed by performances and traditional elements, St. Nicholas also delights the crowd as the little ones receive gifts. 

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