Old Erik at Röjden

Värmland · Sweden · Site of legend

Horns on his knees and a great horn in his brow — "Old Erik" appeared whenever the drinking began in the cottages near Röjden.

In Södra Finnskoga it was said that "Old Erik" could show himself when the drinking-bouts started in the cottages. He was described with horns on his knees and a large horn in his forehead, though he could also walk as a tall black man. He was said to be the one who haunted Röjden and who kept company with those skilled in witchcraft, lending them his aid.

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Where is Old Erik at Röjden located?

Old Erik at Röjden is in Värmland, Sweden.

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Accounts are drawn from local folklore and visitor reports.