OUR STORY
HISTORY & HERITAGE
At Birkenstock, tradition and heritage are important hallmarks of a brand that dates back not years or even decades, but centuries.
Birkenstock is deeply rooted in the fine art of crafting premium quality shoes that are good for you.
Since 1774, Birkenstock has passed this commitment down from one generation to the next.
The result is the absolute best in quality, comfort, and support.
THE BEGINNING
MISSION - FOOT HEALTH ORTHOPEDIC LAST
BIRKENSTOCK's shoemaking tradition dates back to 1774. In 1897, when shoemaking was industrialized, Konrad Birkenstock developed the orthopedic last, distinguishing the left and the right foot.
THE CORE INNOVATION
MISSION - FOOT HEALTH FOOTBED
In 1902, Konrad Birkenstock created metal-free insoles. The footbed was based on an anatomically shaped cork foundation. The core of BIRKENSTOCK was born.
SYSTEM BIRKENSTOCK
MISSION - FOOT HEALTH
Since the 1930s, the family has educated orthopedists, physicians, and clients on foot health with the "BIRKENSTOCK system".