Sometimes introduced with Gruß vom Krampus (Greetings from Krampus), the cards usually have humorous rhymes and poems. Krampus is often featured looming menacingly over children.

5 days ago · Krampus, in central European popular legend, a half-goat, half-demon monster that punishes misbehaving children at Christmastime. He is the devilish companion of St. Nicholas. …

4 days ago · These days, it’s hard to make it through December in the U.S. without encountering Krampus. Hairy, scary, hoofed, and horned, the devilish character is wildly popular from coast to …

2 days ago · Americans have adopted Krampus in holiday traditions in recent decades, but experts say the legend's origins are often misrepresented.

While Santa Claus brings joy and gifts to good children, there's a darker figure lurking in European Christmas traditions. Krampus, a half-goat, half-demon creature, roams the streets punishing ...

Dec 1, 2025 · The Krampus legend isn't your typical Christmas tale. This half-goat, half-demon figure from Alpine folklore puts a chilling spin on the holiday season.

Dec 5, 2018 · Krampus, the half-man, half-goat counterpart to St. Nicholas, has been apart of folklore in Austria’s Alpine region for hundreds of years. Krampus origins begin with pagan celebrations of the...

Explore the history, folklore, symbolism, and modern celebrations of Krampus in Germany, from Alpine rituals to contemporary traditions.

Krampus's name is derived from the German word krampen, meaning claw, and is said to be the son of Hel in Norse mythology. The legendary beast also shares characteristics with other scary,...

2 days ago · Discover Krampus, the horned demon of Alpine Germanic folklore who punishes naughty children during the Christmas season. A dark counterpart to Saint Nicholas.