Not quite sure about the right size, height or weight? Or are you curious whether the walking shoe is sturdy enough for you? Then visit us in Alblasserdam and our experienced and expert foot specialists will be happy to help you measure, fit and try on your new pair of shoes. We have a huge range of hiking and mountaineering shoes and a unique experience center where you can test the shoes extensively outside.
When you go for a walk it is important to have good walking shoes, which is why we offer a wide range of walking shoes for both men and women. Each shoe has its own specific properties, such as water resistance, air permeability, light weight, etc.
Some of the brands in our range are Meindl , Hanwag , Lowa and Salomon .
Men's hiking boots come in different variants. From supple and light to sturdy and somewhat heavier.
Hiking boots are divided into categories, which represent certain types of shoes and types of hikes. Below is a brief explanation of the different types and features.
Characteristics category A
The shoes in category A are light and all-round hiking boots and casual shoes for flat terrain, such as forests and asphalt.
Characteristics category B
The shoes in the B category are so-called trekking shoes. The sole of this B-shoe is stiffer than the previous category. Suitable for mountain hikes with a light pack. They provide sufficient support and protect the ankles.
Characteristics category C
Category C includes shoes that are used for trekking through fairly rough terrain, for which the soles of previous categories no longer suffice. The biggest difference with the previous category is, in addition to the much stiffer sole, also the stiffer upper. Ideal for mountain tours at higher altitudes.
Characteristics category D
Heavy crampon-resistant shoes with a stiff sole. Specially made for heavier climbing in high-alpine terrain and for ice climbing. We do not sell this type. This is too heavy for normal (mountain) hiking.
Women's hiking boots come in different variants. From supple and light to sturdy and somewhat heavier.
Hiking boots are divided into categories, which represent certain types of shoes and types of hikes. Below is a brief explanation of the different types and features.
Characteristics category A
The shoes in category A are light and all-round hiking boots and casual shoes for flat terrain, such as forests and asphalt.
Characteristics category B
The shoes in the B category are so-called trekking shoes. The sole of this B-shoe is stiffer than the previous category. Suitable for mountain hikes with a light pack. They provide sufficient support and protect the ankles.
Characteristics category C
Category C includes shoes that are used for trekking through fairly rough terrain, for which the soles of previous categories no longer suffice. The biggest difference with the previous category is, in addition to the much stiffer sole, also the stiffer upper. Ideal for mountain tours at higher altitudes.
Characteristics category D
Heavy crampon-resistant shoes with a stiff sole. Specially made for heavier climbing in high-alpine terrain and for ice climbing. We do not sell this type. This is too heavy for normal (mountain) hiking.
It is also important for children to have a sturdy shoe on their feet while walking. That is why we also have a wide range of walking shoes for children. Below is a brief explanation of a number of points that you can pay attention to when purchasing children's walking shoes.
To begin with, it is important to take into account what kind of walk you are going to do. Is it a forest walk or are you really going into the high mountains?
Shoes with a flexible sole and a low shaft are ideal for shorter and fairly easy walks/tours. Rigid soles are not necessary on surfaces such as forest soil and asphalt.
But when it comes to rougher walks, we recommend that you take shoes with stiffer soles, and certainly shoes with a high shaft. The advantage of a stiff sole is that the shoe does not bend completely with the surface, which gives your feet more support. The high shafts of the shoes protect your ankles against sprains, so you can walk more smoothly.
Of course there are even more differences between the hiking boots. Take the waterproofing, one shoe is water-repellent and the other shoe is completely waterproof. Water-repellent is sufficient in most cases, but if you really have to cross streams and rivers, we definitely recommend waterproof shoes.
It also differs per shoe how much it breathes. With many shoes, a lot of attention is paid to this as it is an important aspect of a shoe. If a shoe does not breathe, this means that your feet will quickly get very warm, and shoes will also start to smell faster. Breathable shoes let air and moisture out and therefore stay cool and fresh for longer. Hiking shoes for kids are therefore ideal!
The Grisport Anden men's hiking shoe is a sturdy all-round trekking shoe with a high shaft, good profile and extra support. This makes the shoes suitable for brisk walks or light trekking tours.
The Grisport Comfort is a beautiful men's walking shoe made of nubuck leather and mesh. The shoe is very suitable for daily activities and travel, because it is very lightweight and offers a unique wearing comfort.
The Grisport Comfort is a beautiful women's walking shoe made of nubuck leather and mesh. The shoe is very suitable for daily activities and travel, because it is very lightweight and offers a unique wearing comfort.
The Grisport Comfort is a beautiful women's walking shoe made of nubuck leather and mesh. The shoe is very suitable for daily activities and travel, because it is very lightweight and offers a unique wearing comfort.
The Grisport Gerlos Mid is a comfortable walking shoe for women. This is a sporty walking shoe that is suitable for light, sporty walks on flat and slightly unpaved terrain. The shoes provide good stability and good gait (also called rolling), which means that the sole at the nose is slightly upwards, which helps to take the next step. This is lighter...
The Grisport Orlando is a sporty and comfortable men's shoe that you can wear ideally while traveling, a city trip, a weekend away or for daily use. The Orlando shoes are lightweight and have breathable properties. In addition, the soles offer good settlement, cushioning, stability and walking comfort.
These beautiful children's shoes are from the Italian brand Grisport. The shoes are made of nubuck leather and are suitable for various sporty outdoor activities, such as climbing or hiking.
The Grisport Rocky Mid is a sturdy children's shoe with a good transition of growing feet. Rollover means that the sole rises slightly at the nose, which helps you take the next step. This runs lighter compared to 'flat' soles. The shoe is water-repellent and breathable thanks to the Gritex membrane that is processed between the different layers.
The Grisport Rocky Mid is a large, sturdy children's shoe with a good transition for growing feet. Rollover means that the sole rises slightly at the nose, which helps you take the next step. This runs lighter compared to 'flat' soles. The shoe is water-repellent and breathable thanks to the Gritex membrane that is processed between the different layers.
The Grisport Rocky Mid is a large, sturdy children's shoe with a good transition for growing feet. Rollover means that the sole rises slightly at the nose, which helps you take the next step. This runs lighter compared to 'flat' soles. The shoe is water-repellent and breathable thanks to the Gritex membrane that is processed between the different layers.
The Teramo Mid is a beautiful women's walking shoe made of suede and cordura. The Teramo Mid features a Vibram outsole and is ideal for light hiking in the mountains.
The Travel Low men's hiking shoe from the Grisport brand is a comfortable men's shoe, suitable for light, sporty walks on flat and slightly unpaved terrain. The shoes provide good stability and a good gait (also called rolling), which means that the sole at the nose is slightly upwards, which helps to take the next step. This is lighter compared to 'flat'...
The Travel Low men's hiking shoe from the Grisport brand is a comfortable men's shoe, suitable for light, sporty walks on flat and slightly unpaved terrain. The shoes provide good stability and a good gait (also called rolling), which means that the sole at the nose is slightly upwards, which helps to take the next step. This is lighter compared to 'flat'...
The Grisport Travel Mid is a comfortable walking shoe for men. This is a sporty walking shoe that is suitable for light, sporty walks on flat and slightly unpaved terrain. The shoes provide good stability and good gait (also called rolling), which means that the sole at the nose is slightly upwards, which helps to take the next step. This is lighter...
De Hanwag Alaska GTX is een hoger model bergwandelschoen. Meer steun aan de enkels en verrassend comfortabel in vergelijking met andere B/C schoenen. Hoge, beschermende stootrand, doorlopend over de neus. Ideaal dus voor huttentochten en zwaardere bergwandelingen.
De Hanwag Alaska GTX is een hoger model bergwandelschoen. Meer steun aan de enkels en verrassend comfortabel in vergelijking met andere B/C schoenen. Hoge, beschermende stootrand, doorlopend over de neus. Ideaal dus voor huttentochten en zwaardere bergwandelingen.
The Alaska GTX from the German brand Hanwag is a high, waterproof hiking and mountaineering shoe for women. The Alaska GTX is an ideal shoe suitable for light hikes on flat and/or mountainous terrain with a daypack in the Middle Mountains or the Alps. Category B/C: The shoe is suitable for demanding hikes in the low mountain range and on difficult paths.
The Alaska GTX from the German brand Hanwag is a high, waterproof hiking and mountaineering shoe for women. The Alaska GTX is an ideal shoe suitable for light hikes on flat and/or mountainous terrain with a daypack in the Middle Mountains or the Alps. Category B/C: The shoe is suitable for demanding hikes in the low mountain range and on difficult paths.
A classic: thanks to the Gore-Tex design, this Alaska Wide GTX hiking boot is very breathable and waterproof. It is very comfortable, partly because of the few seams, and is the ideal shoe for somewhat heavier walks. The Vibram sole has a deep profile, so you also have good grip on bad paths. If you have slightly wider feet, this Wide model is very...
A classic: thanks to the Gore-Tex design, this Alaska Wide GTX hiking boot is very breathable and waterproof. It is very comfortable, partly because of the few seams, and is the ideal shoe for somewhat heavier walks. The Vibram sole has a deep profile, so you also have good grip on bad paths. If you have slightly wider feet, this Wide model is very...
The Hanwag Alta Bunion II Lady GTX is a sturdy walking shoe for women that is very suitable for a light walk in the mountains, for example. Made of nubuck leather and equipped with a waterproof Gore-Tex membrane.
The Hanwag Alta Bunion II Lady GTX is a sturdy walking shoe for women that is very suitable for a light walk in the mountains, for example. Made of nubuck leather and equipped with a waterproof Gore-Tex membrane.
The Alverstone II Lady GTX is a beautiful women's shoe made of suede. The shoe has a Gore-Tex lining and a VibramĀ® Integral Light outsole.
The Hanwag Banks GTX Men's Walking Shoes always provide a lot of walking pleasure! The soles are made entirely of nubuck leather. The Hanwag Banks GTX Men's hiking boots are suitable for flat terrain to light hut tours.
The Hanwag Banks GTX Men's Walking Shoes always provide a lot of walking pleasure! The soles are made entirely of nubuck leather. The Hanwag Banks GTX Men's hiking boots are suitable for flat terrain to light hut tours.
The walking shoes from our range are all suitable for comfortable walks. The shoes can be divided into categories and all have specific properties. Every shoe is different and therefore not suitable for every activity, it is important to take this into account when you buy walking shoes.
Characteristics category A
The shoes in category A are light and all-round hiking boots and casual shoes for flat terrain, such as forests and asphalt.
Characteristics category B
The shoes in the B category are so-called trekking shoes. The sole of this B-shoe is stiffer than the previous category. Suitable for mountain hikes with a light pack. They provide sufficient support and protect the ankles.
Characteristics category C
Category C includes shoes that are used for trekking through fairly rough terrain, for which the soles of previous categories no longer suffice. The biggest difference with the previous category is, in addition to the much stiffer sole, also the stiffer upper. Ideal for mountain tours at higher altitudes.
Characteristics category D
Heavy crampon-resistant shoes with a stiff sole. Specially made for heavier climbing in high-alpine terrain and for ice climbing. We do not sell this type. This is too heavy for normal (mountain) hiking.
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