Brixen/Bressanone, South Tyrol, Italy - December 05, 2013: A traditional parade of the Krampus, beast-like creatures march through the historic city of Bressanone on the eve before St. Nicholas Day. From the folklore of Alpine countries, the Krampus is thought to punish children who had misbehaved and naughty. He is the devilish companion of St. Nicholas.