Wildling Shoes

Wildling Shoes is a German barefoot shoe brand based in North Rhine-Westphalia. It was founded in 2015 by Anna and Ran Yona and makes minimalist shoes with flexible soles and a wide toe box. The company is a certified B Corp and won the German Federal Ecodesign Award in 2020.

Products

• Barefoot sneakers and everyday shoes
• Hiking and trail shoes
• Boots and winter shoes
• Shoes for children and adults

Wildling sells mainly through its own online shop and puts emphasis on sustainable materials and transparent production. The brand is one of the best known names in the German barefoot shoe market. Its approach is to let the foot move naturally, so the shoes avoid heavy cushioning and a raised heel. The company publishes information about its materials and its commitment to sustainability, and the B Corp certification is a public, independently assessed credential. Anyone looking for a European alternative to the big sneaker corporations will find a focused, design led option here.