Birkenstock builds on its more than 250 years of shoemaking tradition and celebrates the footbed and its incomparable functionality beyond sandals: Any City, Any Season.

Since the turn of the 20th century, Birkenstock has shaped the art of shoemaking with groundbreaking orthopedic innovations. The global shoe brand is now focusing on its range of closed shoes with the legendary, anatomically shaped footbed. The shoe collection combines craftsmanship with modern design — for outstanding performance and ultimate foot support.

With functional, timelessly elegant designs and a harmonious color palette in Taupe, Birkenstock reaffirms its commitment to natural movement. Building on centuries of shoemaking expertise and the original Birkenstock footbed, this collection continues the brand's legacy while delivering exceptional support for every step.

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With the anatomically shaped footbed at its core, every Birkenstock shoe is grounded in biomechanics. The footbed’s construction enhances natural movement while supporting the foot’s alignment and balance. This collection blends traditional craftsmanship with innovation, utilizing high-quality materials built to withstand everyday wear and beyond.

Designed for function, the footbed promotes natural walking—even in closed shoes. Perfect for those who seek more with every step, whether in the city, while traveling, or in daily life, the Birkenstock shoe collection is crafted for ultimate lightness and durability.

The Birkenstock family's shoemaking tradition can be traced back to 1774. In 1897, Konrad Birkenstock revolutionized shoemaking with the invention of an anatomically shaped wooden shoe rack and the development of orthopedic insoles for shoes that were adapted to the wearer's individual needs.

While most people at Birkenstock think of iconic sandal models such as Arizona, Madrid or Boston, sandals played no role at all for the family at the turn of the century. At that time, the shoemaker's shop focused on the vision of healthy feet, which should be realized in closed shoes.

Carl Birkenstock further developed the ideas for foot health and worked from the 1930s on the so-called ideal shoe — a closed shoe with a highly individual fit to promote optimal foot position and natural walking.

It was Karl Birkenstock who developed the first Birkenstock sandal with an integrated footbed in 1963 and thus the first mass-produced Birkenstock product to enable all people to walk naturally. With the one-strap, which was later renamed Madrid, Karl Birkenstock developed a completely new sandal and moved away from closed shoes for the first time in the family's history.

Today, the family-run shoemaker has become a global innovation leader in the shoe industry. Each pair of Birkenstock shoes is optimised for maximum functionality and ultimate foot support. The legendary footbed is still the basis for product innovation today.

The Birkenstock shoe collection is based on the unique function of the footbed. The closed shoe models combine craftsmanship and innovation and offer the unrivalled Birkenstock footbed experience. The collection combines biomechanics, craftsmanship and premium materials to create shoes that meet the highest standards of quality and function. The harmonious color palette in Colourway Taupe embodies timeless aesthetics.

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The Highwood Low Lace and Utti models are based on the Deep Blue Footbed, which reduces foot load, promotes stability and supports natural walking. The Birkenstock Bend Decon and Pasadena use the original cork-latex footbed, which optimally stabilizes the foot.

The Deep Blue Footbed features anatomically shaped cross arch support for stability, inner and outer longitudinal arch supports for balance, and a deep heel cup for support and balance.

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Highwood Low Lace combines elegance and functionality. The simple, minimalistic design with high-quality suede complements the distinctive Birkenstock aesthetic with practical details.

The TPR outsole, inspired by safety shoes, provides optimal grip, while a sturdy open lacing with a single set of metal eyelets completes the design.

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The Utti is a modern everyday companion. Its soft suede flexibly hugs the foot and ensures maximum comfort.

The Pasadena combines everyday comfort with classic craftsmanship. The hand-stitched construction provides more flexibility and durability, while the suede adapts to the individual foot shape over time — ideal for a seamless transition between work and leisure.

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The Birkenstock Bend Decon is a modern, lightweight sneaker with an original cork-latex footbed and offers maximum freedom for the foot. The minimalistic aesthetics, subtle details, low weight and high flexibility make it the perfect companion for urban adventures.

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The Spring/Summer 2025 campaign brings the Birkenstock shoe collection to life, celebrating movement, balance, and adventure—the essence of effortless, feather-light walking in closed shoes.

Whether in the city, in everyday life or off the beaten track, the campaign makes it clear that every shoe is designed for effortless, comfortable running and underlines Birkenstock's expertise beyond sandals.

The larger-than-life presentation of the shoes in urban landscapes highlights the versatility of the models — designed for the modern adventurer who moves freely and confidently through everyday life with the support of the legendary Birkenstock footbed.

Discover the collection and experience natural walking with closed shoes from Birkenstock — designed for everyone who expects more for their feet from every step.

The collection is available from selected retail partners such as 43einhalb, AFEW Store, Asphaltgold, Brooklyn, HHV, JNS, OrangeJungle, SneakerTwins, SUPPA and ZebraClub.

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Photos via Birkenstock