image of a person's feet wearing Birkenstock sandals.

Birkenstock size calculator

Find your perfect pair of sandals.

A well-fitted BIRKENSTOCK doesn’t just look good – it supports your body from the ground up. Whether you’re new to the brand or looking to refine your fit, our step-by-step guide makes it easy to find your match.

Why fit matters:

The perfect fit does more than feel good. It helps:

  • Promote foot health through even weight distribution.
  • Support natural posture by aligning your foot correctly.
  • Maximise cushioning with proper heel and arch placement.
  • Prevent discomfort from pressure points or friction.

Measuring your foot.

Getting your ideal BIRKENSTOCK fit is easy. Just follow these simple steps to find your ideal fit.

Pro tips.

  • Measure your larger foot – it’s normal for one to be slightly bigger or longer.
  • Measure in the evening for accurate measurements as feet tend to expand throughout the day.
  • Use a pencil or ballpoint pen for accuracy – thick markers can throw off your measurements.
  • You can also make use of our printable sizing template for easier measurement.

Step-by-step:

Measuring your foot.

Illustration of a foot placed against a wall.

To begin:

Stand straight, with your foot on a sheet of paper and your heels against the wall.

Illustration of a pair of feet.

Measure width:

Mark the inner and outer sides of the ball of your foot.

Illustration of a foot.

Measure length:

Mark in front of the longest toe on your foot on the paper.

Calculate:

Enter your measurements into our size calculator to find your perfect fit.

Who are you measuring for?

Enter measurements of your largest foot

Fitting your sandal.

A good fit means the footbed does the work - not your feet. Here's how to make sure your BIRKENSTOCK fit just right.

Pro tips:

  • Loosen all the straps before you begin for a true fit.
  • Stand upright while checking foot placement.
  • BIRKENSTOCK offers Regular and Narrow footbeds – be sure to choose the one that suits you best.

Step-by-step:

Find your fit.

Top down image of a foot in a Birkenstock sandal.

Too small:

Toes touching or hanging over the edge? Try the next size up.

Top down image of a foot in a Birkenstock sandal.

Too big:

If your toes or heel are more than 10 mm from the edge, you may need a smaller size.

Top down image of a foot in a Birkenstock sandal.

Too narrow:

If your toes or the ball of your foot spill over the sides, try a Regular fit.

Adjusting straps.

Take a few steps to test the fit – your foot should feel secure, with room to move naturally. Adjust as needed.

Image of a foot in an open buckled Birkenstock sandal with some tips on how to adjust the straps.

Step-by-step:

Adjust your straps.

Image of a foot in a Birkenstock sandal.

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