How many people were hung for witchcraft in Europe?

Estimates suggest that between the 15th and 18th centuries, around 40,000 to 100,000 people were executed for witchcraft in Europe, with many of these executions occurring through hanging. The witch hunts varied significantly by region, with notable episodes in Germany, France, and the British Isles. The peak of these witch trials occurred during the late 16th and early 17th centuries, driven by social, religious, and political factors.