Krampus run in Klagenfurt: A spectacle with 1,000 happy demons

Krampus run in Klagenfurt: A spectacle with 1,000 happy demons

On the evening of November 23, the streets of Klagenfurt are again spectacularly illuminated when Austria's largest cramp run moves through the city with around 1,000 cramps. The event, which has developed since 1991, not only celebrates traditional customs, but also brings people from the region together to take part in this festive atmosphere.

Josef Pickl-Habner, the project manager of the Carinthian Customs Association, remembers his own childhood and the beginnings of this event. "Even as a little boy, I was enthusiastic about the customs and took part with my group from Welzenegg for the first time," he reports with passion. An important name that is inextricably linked to the history of the Krampus run is Wolfgang Lattacher, who contributed significantly to the design of customs until his death in 1993.

The course of the Krampus run

The Krampus run starts at 7 p.m. at the level of the state government in Bahnhofstrasse and continues the participants to the old place. There the different groups have the opportunity to present themselves on a stage. A total of 35 groups will take part this year, whereby the safety precautions are guaranteed by barrier grids.

An interesting aspect of the Krampus run is that the participating groups change regularly. Pickl-Haven emphasizes that this not only ensures variety, but also new groups the chance to show themselves. The “Widdersdorfer Wolferer” are also represented among the well -known groups. These carry large bells, the origin of which lies in ancient times when they served to drive out wolves from the villages.

Especially for the younger participants there is a good news: the children's cramps can run again this year at the head of the move, right in front of the Widdersdorfer Wolfferer. This offers the little ones the opportunity to start in a prominent position and enjoy the show.

The event is not only an eye and ear feast, but also an important annual tradition that brings together the community and brings visitors closer to a piece of Carinthian culture. In the run -up to the move, the director of the Carinthian Customs Association, Gerhard Winkler, invested a lot of work to ensure that everything runs smoothly. "We have full confidence in Winkler, he is a real insider and has managed to overcome the challenges of the past few months," said Pickl-Havener.

The Krampus run is not only a festival for the eyes, but also a deeply rooted part of Tyrolean culture and tradition, which is passed on from generation to generation. The fascination for these old customs remains unbroken to this day, and this year's move will certainly be another unforgettable experience for all participants and spectators.

For further information and Details about the Krampus run, Pickl-Haven refers to the comprehensive reporting, which can be found on www.meinbezirk.at .