Birkenstock

    Runs Large

    Birkenstock fits true to size but uses EU-only sizing without half sizes, which means most shoppers need to consult the brand's foot length chart rather than convert from US sizes. The Arizona, Boston, and Madrid all wear your normal EU size, and the cork footbed molds to your foot over the first week of wear. A narrow-width option is available alongside the standard regular fit. There should be roughly a fingertip of space at the toe.

    Sizing Verdict

    Birkenstock runs large. Size down half a size from your usual.

    Width Note

    Narrow and Regular width available

    Men's Size Chart

    USEUUKCM
    638524.1
    6.538.55.524.4
    739624.8
    7.539.56.525.1
    840725.4
    8.5417.525.7
    941.5826
    9.5428.526.4
    1042.5926.7
    10.5439.527
    1143.51027.3
    1244.51128
    13461228.6
    15481430.2

    Women's Size Chart

    USEUUKCM
    5352.522
    5.535.5322.4
    6363.522.9
    6.536.5423.3
    7374.523.8
    7.537.5524.1
    8385.524.6
    8.538.5625
    9396.525.4
    9.539.5725.7
    10407.526.2
    11418.527.1
    12429.528

    How Birkenstock compares

    BrandSizing
    BirkenstockRuns Large
    ClarksTrue to Size
    AllbirdsTrue to Size

    Common questions about Birkenstock sizing

    Does Birkenstock run small, true to size, or large?

    Birkenstock runs large. Narrow and Regular width available.

    What width do Birkenstock shoes come in?

    Narrow and Regular width available. Check individual product pages for wide-width availability.

    How does Birkenstock sizing compare to Nike?

    Birkenstock runs significantly larger than Nike. If you size up at Nike, you can size down half a size from your usual at Birkenstock.

    Can I return Birkenstock shoes if the size is wrong?

    Most Birkenstock retailers offer free returns on unworn shoes within 30 days. Check the retailer's return policy before ordering, as third-party sellers may differ.