The Classic Birkenstock Footbed
The Classic Footbed is the base for the Birkenstock concept and can be found in most of our original styles.

The anatomically arched Birkenstock footbed is molded in a way that the body weight is distributed evenly across the entire base of the foot. Foot problems to the foot from unilateral or uneven pressures can be prevented by our footbed system. The foot is maintained in its natural shape and the natural walking motion is supported in every step.

The Birkenstock Footbed is covered with a high quality suede liner. The cork and latex mould and the suede liner are able to absorb moisture which helps to provide a very healthy foot climate and enhanced wearing comfort considerably.

BIRKENSTOCK shoes
have ample room in the toe area with a toe-grip which helps to re-align your toes and relaxes cramped toe joints. The basis for every BIRKENSTOCK sandal is a footbed made from natural and renewable resources. This footbed features
  •  proper arch support,
  •  deep heel cup and
  •  adequate room in the toe area.

The result is improved posture and balance for greater comfort when walking. All models and styles perfectly fit your feet.

 

Different Materials

Smooth leather:
The leather used  is super thick yet supple. Natural leather stands out through its unique surface structure and its naturally occurring varying color scheme. We do not use any artificial dyes to cover up these genuine differences but leave them the way nature intended. Thus the leather retains its pores.

Nubuk leather:
BIRKENSTOCK nubuk leather originates from choice grades of the best European cattle. Nubuk leather is a full grain leather whose natural characteristics are enhanced by buffing the top layer. This lends a particularly velvety finish to the leather.

Birko – Flor:
Birko – Flor is a skin – friendly and extraordinarily tear resistant material. The easy care surface has a leather – like look. A soft fleece is incorporated into the second layer which is supple yet sturdy. Birko – Flor is our progressive yet inexpensive alternative to leather.

Polyurethane:
This water-and-stain-resistant material is used to create our Birki® Clogs and some of our soles. It's shock absorbing, comfortable, and durable.
 
EVA (Ethyl Vinyl Acetate):
Softer and lighter than polyurethane, EVA is water and stain resistant, shock absorbing, and used to create our Birki Sport Clogs and most of our soles.

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