BERKEMANN

What BERKEMANN does

Berkemann is a Hungarian-domiciled orthopedic and medical footwear manufacturer with origins in Hamburg, Germany (founded 1885) and production transferred to Kiskunfélegyháza, Hungary in 1997, where the company now operates as Berkemann Hungary Bt. (Cégjegyzékszám: 03 06 107493) with 251-500 employees. The company's core product is a proprietary 5-point anatomical insole technology that supports the foot at the heel cradle, outer edge, longitudinal arch, metatarsal arch, and toe-grip depression, combined with an integrated shock-absorbing sole across all models. Footwear is classified as medical footware (orvostechnikai lábbeli) with EU Declaration of Conformity, and the portfolio spans wood-base clogs (poplar wood soles, Original Sandale line dating from 1885/1955), stretch-material models (Heliane, Janna, Sofie, Andrea) for bunions and hammer toes, classic leather clogs and sandals (Daria, Fedora, Felia), certified occupational footwear (Tec-Pro series with EN ISO 20347:2012), and a CE-certified foot-care accessories line (insoles, Hallux bandages, toe correctors) manufactured since 1998.

The business operates on a one-time-transaction retail model with no subscription component. Revenue is generated through the proprietary Hungarian e-commerce webshop berkemann.hu and a physical retail partner network across Hungary searchable via postcode-based store locator (10-500 km radii). Pricing ranges from approximately 900 Ft for small foot-care accessories to over 60,000 Ft for premium models such as the Heliane leather/stretch clog. Berkemann is co-marketed and co-distributed with sister brand Solidus under a strategic partnership established with the 1997 production transfer. Customers are primarily Hungarian consumers with foot health needs (bunions, hammer toes, flat foot, diabetic foot), supplemented by dedicated segments for healthcare workers, hospitality professionals, and the 50+ elderly demographic targeted via the 'Életet az éveknek' initiative and brand association with Hungarian TV personality Endrei Judit.

Distribution is overwhelmingly domestic (Hungary) with the brand claiming millions of wearers globally and over 100,000 in Hungary; however, the commercial entity operates as a single-country partnership. Foot-health education content (foot problem pages, orthopedic surgeon columns by Dr. Mező Róbert, foot-test questionnaire, newsletter) and a 2025 140th-anniversary limited collection anchor ongoing brand-equity maintenance rather than expansion.

Name

BERKEMANN

Legal name

Berkemann Hungary Bt.

Website

https://berkemann.hu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1885

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Berkemann is a Hungarian orthopedic footwear manufacturer producing medical-grade shoes with proprietary 5-point anatomical insoles, certified occupational footwear, and CE-marked foot-care accessories, sold D2C and via a Hungarian retail partner network to consumers with foot health needs and to healthcare/hospitality professionals.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Orthopedic Footwear

NAICS

Footwear Manufacturing (31621), Shoe Retailers (45821), Footwear and Leather Goods Repair (811430)

SIC

Footwear, (No Rubber) (3140), Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842), Retail-Shoe Stores (5661)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYCRAAACAG

Comfort, Orthopedic & Medical Footwear

Consumer Products & Retail/Apparel, Footwear & Accessories/Footwear Brands & Manufacturing

SECONDARYCRAAADAG

Comfort, Orthopedic & Medical Footwear Retail

Consumer Products & Retail/Apparel, Footwear & Accessories/Footwear Retail

SECONDARYCRAAACAE

Work, Safety & Occupational Footwear

Consumer Products & Retail/Apparel, Footwear & Accessories/Footwear Brands & Manufacturing

Keywords

• Orthopedic footwear
• Comfort shoes
• Anatomical insoles
• Foot care products
• Work footwear

Headquarters

HQ city

Kiskunfélegyháza

HQ country

Hungary

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Medical/comfort footwear retail: Berkemann generates revenue through the direct sale of branded footwear and accessories via its Hungarian e-commerce webshop (berkemann.hu) and a network of physical retail partner stores across Hungary. Products include anatomical shoes, clogs, sandals, stretch shoes, wood-base shoes, work/occupational footwear, and foot-care accessories (insoles, bunion/corn/toe supports). Prices range from approximately 2,000 Ft for small foot-care accessories to over 60,000 Ft for premium models. There is no subscription component; all revenue is from one-time product transactions. Berkemann Hungary Kft. (6100 Kiskunfélegyháza, Majsai út 30; Cégjegyzékszám: 03 06 107493) operates as the Hungarian commercial and manufacturing entity.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

BERKEMANN manufactures and sells orthopedic comfort footwear with proprietary 5-point anatomical sole support, integrated shock-absorbing midsoles, and genuine Italian leather uppers, alongside CE-certified foot-care accessories such as insoles, bunion bandages, and metatarsal pads. The portfolio spans wood-base clogs (poplar wood footbeds), stretch-material models for foot deformities, classic leather clogs and sandals, ComfortKnit shoes, EN ISO 20347-certified occupational footwear, and replacement insoles. Production takes place at the company's Kiskunfélegyháza, Hungary facility and is sold through the berkemann.hu e-commerce webshop and a network of physical retail partner stores across Hungary.

Product overview

BERKEMANN is an orthopedic comfort footwear company with a 140-year history (founded 1885) offering medical-grade shoes and foot care products. The product portfolio consists of two main brands: Berkemann (core orthopedic footwear) and Solidus (comfort footwear sub-brand). Berkemann footwear features proprietary 5-point anatomical sole support, integrated shock absorption, and genuine Italian leather. Product categories include: (1) Wooden clogs (Original Sandale, Standard-Toeffler, Natur-Toeffler, Noppen-Sandale) with poplar wood soles for foot gymnastics and muscle stimulation; (2) Stretch models (Heliane, Janna, Sofie, Andrea) combining leather and stretch material for foot deformities; (3) Classic leather clogs and sandals (Victoria, Daria, Fedora, Felia, Celle, Lüneburg, Jada); (4) Work footwear (Tec-Pro series, X-Pro-Maxor) certified to EN ISO 20347:2012; (5) Foot care/orthopedic accessories (Berkodur insoles, Hallux bandages, metatarsal pads, toe separators, hammer toe correctors); and (6) Replacement insoles. Manufacturing moved from Hamburg to Hungary in 1997. Foot care products have been manufactured in Kiskunfélegyháza since 1998. The company emphasizes anatomical foot support, vibration dampening, genuine leather, and solutions for foot problems like bunions, hammer toes, and flat foot.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Solidus: A related brand of Berkemann footwear, also featuring anatomical insoles and medical foot care products
• Berkemann
• Solidus

Products and services

• Original Sandale The original Berkemann wooden clog dating from 1885. Unisex wood-base clog with ultralight poplar wood sole, 5-point anatomical support, integrated shock absorption, and interchangeable straps. Sold to consumers seeking foot-gymnastic comfort footwear.
• Standard-Toeffler Unisex wooden clog with European poplar wood sole, 5-point anatomical support, vibration-damping intermediate sole, 20mm heel rise, nubuck/velour upper. Targeted at men and women seeking everyday orthopedic comfort footwear.
• Heliane Women's clog made with leather and stretch combination, ideal for those with bunions, hammer toes, and corns. Hand-stitched, with removable/washable insole. Available in over 70 colors. Designed for women with foot deformities requiring accommodative footwear.
• Janna Women's clog with leather and stretch material combination, adjustable width with Velcro. Targeted at women with bunions and other foot deformities needing accommodative fit.
• Daria Iconic Berkemann women's clog with anatomical 5-point support and built-in shock absorption. One of the most popular models in the Berkemann line, designed for everyday orthopedic comfort.
• Fedora Washable women's clog with 5-point anatomical support. Special leather upper remains soft and flexible after multiple machine washes at 30°C. Targeted at consumers seeking hygienic, machine-washable orthopedic footwear.
• Allegra (ComfortKnit) Women's shoe from the Berkemann ComfortKnit family with 3D-knitted polyamide filament upper, 5-point anatomical support, 6mm heel rise, removable washable insole. Targeted at women seeking lightweight, breathable, quick-drying comfort footwear.
• Tec-Pro Tammo EN ISO 20347:2012 OB, E, SRC-certified men's occupational clog for industrial and hospital environments. PU sole, anatomical 5-point insole, perforated/washable insole, integrated shock absorption. Targeted at healthcare and industrial workers needing certified occupational footwear.
• X-Pro-Maxor EN ISO 20347:2012 OB, E, SRC-certified men's work sandal with self-cleaning, chemical-resistant, anti-slip cross-profile rubber sole and reinforced toe cap. Targeted at industrial and healthcare workers in environments requiring sandal-style occupational footwear.
• Berkodur full and half insoles Full-length and half-length anatomical insoles that transfer Berkemann 5-point comfort to other footwear. The half-length variant fits narrow shoes like ballerinas and sneakers. Targeted at consumers seeking to add orthopedic support to existing footwear.
• Wallex N Hallux night bandage CE-certified night bandage for gentle correction of hallux valgus (bunion). Silver-ion antibacterial coating. Available in sizes M (35-40) and L (41-48). Targeted at individuals undergoing conservative bunion correction at home.
• Wallex D Hallux day bandage CE-certified day bandage for hallux valgus made from elastic rubber fabric with perlon toe cap and silver-ion antibacterial coating. Sized S-XL. Targeted at individuals needing daytime bunion correction support.

Quantifiable outcome

• Supports 85-90% of the population's foot needs with standard anatomical insole; 10-15% may require custom orthopaedic insoles for complex cases (per Dr. Mező Róbert orthopaedic surgeon)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Solidus Schuh-Innovation GmbH & Co. KG (Germany)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1997Solidus is Berkemann's sister brand and strategic co-development partner. Both brands share manufacturing facilities at Kiskunfélegyháza, Hungary, and commercial representation via Berkemann Hungary Bt. Solidus was established as a related entity with shared heritage and co-developed product lines. The two brands together are marketed alongside each other on berkemann.hu, share the same distribution network, and are described collectively as 'Berkemann és Solidus lábbelijeit' (Berkemann and Solidus footwear). Both brands were involved in the production transfer from Hamburg to Hungary in 1997.
• Bartók, Buda, and Pest area retail partnersminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBerkemann operates a network of physical retail partners across Hungary. Featured partners in specific geographic areas are highlighted on the website: Bartók, Buda, and Pest areas. Customers can locate nearest partner store via postcode-based store locator tool. The partners are independent retailers who resell Berkemann and Solidus products.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Orthofeet: Orthofeet is a US-based orthopedic footwear brand with strong D2C digital presence serving diabetic, bunion, and foot-pain sufferers. Directly comparable to Berkemann in problem-focused positioning (bunions, hammer toes, plantar fasciitis), though distributed globally online rather than through Hungarian retail.
• Mephisto: Mephisto is a French-made comfort and walking shoe brand featuring proprietary shock-absorbing and anatomical technologies (Soft-Air, Speed-Board). Directly comparable to Berkemann's integrated vibration-damping sole and orthopedic comfort positioning.
• Waldläufer: Waldläufer is a German comfort and orthopedic footwear brand offering anatomical footbeds and adjustable designs. Directly comparable to Berkemann's stretch-material and adjustable-strap orthopedic models, serving the same German-speaking comfort footwear market.
• Aetrex: Aetrex is a US comfort/orthopedic footwear brand combining orthotic insoles with foot-scanning technology. Comparable to Berkemann in anatomical insole focus and foot-health content marketing, though with stronger digital/tech-enabled retail integration.
• Rieker: Rieker is a German-Swiss comfort footwear brand offering anti-stress footwear with built-in foot support. Comparable to Berkemann in serving the comfort footwear segment, though Rieker targets broader everyday wear versus Berkemann's medical footware positioning.
• Birkenstock: Birkenstock is the global leader in orthopedic/contoured footwear with deep anatomical footbed expertise—directly comparable to Berkemann's 5-point insole positioning. Both brands serve foot-health needs across consumer and professional segments, though Birkenstock operates at vastly greater scale.
• Finn Comfort: Finn Comfort is a German orthopedic comfort footwear brand with anatomical footbeds and handcrafted construction. Directly comparable to Berkemann in product philosophy, German engineering heritage, and orthopedic positioning, though serving a broader European market.

Broad incumbents

• ECCO: ECCO is a Danish global footwear manufacturer with comfort-focused product lines and direct-to-consumer retail. Comparable to Berkemann in offering anatomically designed comfort footwear with integrated shock absorption, though operating at international scale with broader lifestyle positioning.
• Gabor: Gabor is a large German footwear manufacturer offering comfort and casual lines with wider size ranges. Comparable to Berkemann in comfort footwear category and German engineering heritage, though Gabor operates at larger scale across broader consumer segments including fashion.
• Clarks: Clarks is a global incumbent footwear brand with extensive comfort lines (e.g., Cloudsteppers, Unstructured). Comparable to Berkemann in targeting everyday comfort consumers, though operating at vastly greater scale and with broader mass-market positioning rather than medical footware specialization.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance10 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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