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Who is the anti Santa?
Krampus
Krampus is basically the anti-St. Nicholas, the opposite of Santa Claus. He’s a fugly mythical creature usually depicted with similar features as the devil. He has body hair, horns, hooves, and fangs.
Is there a Krampus in Germany?
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. Krampus is believed to have originated in Germany, and his name derives from the German word Krampen, which means “claw.”
What do Germans call Krampus?
Christmas Traditions: Krampus – The German Christmas Devil.
Is Santa evil in Germany?
Not at all. Krampus is a traditional part of Germany’s Christmas celebrations, accompanying St Nicholas on his feast-day rounds on the eve of 6 December, known as Krampusnacht.
How do I keep Krampus away?
You can do is make one of the many Krampus breads of Europe and flavor it with the essence of sweat and burning souls. Sweat, I’ve got covered. Essence of Burning Soul is a bit hard to come by in the baking aisle at Kroger these days. However, it seems anise or black licorice also works as a deterrent.
Who was the original Bad Santa?
The Alpine legend is the original bad Santa. The Alpine legend is the original bad Santa. Every year in early December, children in Austria get ready for St. Nicholas to visit them. If they’ve been good, he’ll reward them with presents and treats. But if they’ve been bad, they’ll get a lot more than a lump of coal—they’ll have to face Krampus.
Where can I see Santa Claus in Germany?
Today both can be seen at parties and festivities around Dec. 6. Pelznickel is the fur-clad Santa of the Palatinate ( Pfalz) in northwestern Germany along the Rhine, the Saarland, and the Odenwald region of Baden-Württemberg. The German-American Thomas Nast (1840-1902) was born in Landau in der Pfalz ( not the Bavarian Landau).
What is the German name for Santa Claus?
First, there are the dozens of names used for the German Father Christmas or Santa Claus. Four main names (Weihnachtsmann, Nickel, Klaus, Niglo) are spread out from the north to the south, from west to east. Then there are much more local or regional names.
Who is the Santa Claus of the Palatinate?
Pelznickel is the fur-clad Santa of the Palatinate (Pfalz) in northwestern Germany along the Rhine, the Saarland, and the Odenwald region of Baden-Württemberg. The German-American Thomas Nast (1840-1902) was born in Landau in der Pfalz (not the Bavarian Landau).