The Lienz Krampus Days on 3rd, 5th, and 6th December are one of the spectacular highlights of the pre-Christmas season. Following centuries-old tradition, young boys hide behind intricately hand-carved masks, wrap themselves in thick, shaggy furs, and adorn themselves with huge bells to participate in parades and processions as "Krampuses" with deafening noise.
The preparation time begins for the members of the Lienz St. Nicholas and Krampus Association already with the first days of autumn. The masks, called "larvae", are carved from wood, furs cleaned and cut, and massive belts crafted to carry the heavy bells.
On time for 3rd December, the parades and runs of the Krampuses begin in Lienz. Barricades and stewards separate the wild figures from the spectators and visitors of the processions, ensuring that the Lienz Krampus Days become a beautiful and eventful event, to which guests, parents, and children are warmly welcome.
Krampusumzüge:
3rd December, 7:30 pm: Johannesplatz with St. Nicholas gift-giving (city center)
5th December, 7:30 pm: Patriasdorf district with St. Nicholas gift-giving
6th December, 6:30 pm: Entry of the junior Krampuses in the city center
CHANGES RESERVED!