Josef Seibel

Josef Seibel is a German footwear brand that has been making shoes in Hauenstein, Germany, since 1886. It was founded by Carl August Seibel and named after his son Josef, and it is still family owned today, with the founding family's fifth generation now involved in running the company. At Sole Provisions, the Josef Seibel collection includes casual everyday shoes, dressier oxfords and loafers, sandals, boots, sneakers, and trekking styles, and it sits naturally beside our wider women's footwear, men's footwear, and wide width shoes selections.

More than 135 years of shoemaking experience shows in the details, from comfort focused insoles to widths that help a wider range of feet find a better fit. The sections below explain the brand's story, its comfort features, and the styles available, so you can choose the pair that fits your life.

Over 135 Years of German Shoemaking

Josef Seibel began in a small German village in 1886 and grew through five generations of the same family. In 1907 a larger factory was built, and the company expanded production through the mid twentieth century. In the 1990s, when German production could no longer meet demand, the company found production partners in other countries, and today it supplies shoes to more than 40 countries. The company is still operated from Hauenstein, where the German headquarters includes a working shoe factory. If you enjoy German and European heritage brands, you may also like Ara, Rieker, and Ecco.

Comfort Insoles With Arch Support and a Toe Gripper

Josef Seibel styles use comfort insoles with shock absorption, arch support, and a toe gripper for natural movement. Shock absorption softens each step, arch support adds structure through the middle of the foot, and a toe gripper is designed to support natural toe movement when you walk. Features vary by style, so check each product page for the insole details of your pair. If you want to add your own support, check whether the style has a removable insole, then explore our shoe inserts and arch support shoes. For medical questions about your feet, check with a healthcare professional.

Multiple Width Options for a Better Fit

Many Josef Seibel styles come in multiple width options, which gives a more accurate fit for a wider range of feet. A shoe that fits in length can still feel uncomfortable if it is too narrow, so width matters as much as size. Check each product page for the widths offered on your style, and browse our wide width shoes for more options. For a personal fitting, visit one of our Sole Provisions locations.

Premium Leathers With Hand Finished Details

Josef Seibel uses premium leathers with hand finished details, which give the shoes a polished look and a feel that softens with wear. Leather is a good choice for comfort footwear because it moves with the foot as it breaks in. Care for leather with our shoe care products, and rotate pairs so each can rest between wears.

Casual Shoes, Oxfords, and Loafers

The collection covers everyday casual shoes as well as dressier oxfords and loafers. Styles such as the Joleen, Maddox, Sevran, Evita, Clarice, and Fenja show how the range moves between relaxed and refined. Oxfords and loafers suit work, dinners, and more formal events, while casual styles work for travel and daily errands. Compare more in our men's oxfords and women's slip ons, or see Clarks and Born.

Sandals and Sneakers for Warmer Days

For warm weather, Josef Seibel offers sandals and sneakers that carry the same comfort thinking into lighter styles. A sandal with a supportive footbed is easier to wear for a full day, and a leather sneaker gives a clean look for casual outfits. Browse more in our women's sandals, women's sneakers, and men's sneakers.

Boots, Trekking, and Weather Ready Styles

Waterproof and windproof materials appear across the brand's outdoor and winter styles, and trekking styles use waterproof membranes. A waterproof boot helps keep feet drier in rain and slush, but features vary by style, so check each product page. Browse more in our women's boots, men's boots, and waterproof shoes. Pair your shoes with women's socks or men's socks.

Choosing the Right Style

Think about how you will wear the shoe, how much time you will spend on your feet, and whether you need extra width or room for an insert. Try shoes later in the day, when feet tend to be fullest, and wear the socks you plan to wear with them. Read more in our educational hub. Some styles sell out, so check availability.

A Few Josef Seibel Details Worth Knowing

• Making shoes in Hauenstein, Germany, since 1886.

• Founded by Carl August Seibel and named after his son Josef.

• Family owned, with the fifth generation now involved.

• Comfort insoles with shock absorption, arch support, and a toe gripper.

• Many styles come in multiple width options.

• Premium leathers with hand finished details.

• Casual, dressy, sandal, boot, sneaker, and trekking styles.

• Free shipping on orders over $75, see our shipping policy and returns page.

Explore More European Comfort

If you like Josef Seibel, compare it with Ara for German crafted comfort, Rieker for lightweight shoes, Ecco for Danish design, Pikolinos for Spanish leather, or Naot for contoured footbeds. Check new arrivals and sale items for the latest styles and markdowns.

Related Collections: Women's Footwear · Men's Footwear · Wide Width Shoes · Arch Support Shoes · Ara · Rieker · Ecco · Pikolinos