Josef Seibel

History of JOSEF SEIBEL The JOSEF SEIBEL brand has a history spanning over 135 years. The brothers Carl August and Anton Seibel laid the foundation for the company with a sole punching machine in 1886. In the following decades, subsequent generations of the Seibel family led the company through ups and downs and steadily expanded it. Today, in the fifth generation, Franziska Seibel and her husband Michael Fischer are at the helm of the company together with Franziska´s father Carl August. Learn more about the eventful history on the company page. Regional Focus, Modernization, and Sustainability Franziska and Michael are focusing on modernization and sustainability. They are also driving the digitalization of the company. The traditional glass shoe factory in Hauenstein offers visitors an insight into shoe production and presents the company's history. Learn more about the sustainable initiative Spirit of Nature and the appreciation of tradition in the Tradition at Heart section.

Brand Manifesto Since 1886, JOSEF SEIBEL has been making shoes with passion and craftsmanship. The brand does not follow fleeting trends, but instead makes shoes for people who follow their own path and value freedom, self-determination, and optimism. JOSEF SEIBEL offers more than just shoes – it enables freedom and personal choice. And this is reflected in our slogan: "Wherever I go. Whatever I do. However I feel." Everything the company does, says, offers, and radiates, sends out the feeling of personal freedom of choice: Self-determined. Free and independent. Optimistic. Full of joy for what is to come. Human. Honest craftsmanship by and for people. Our Guiding Principles JOSEF SEIBEL is guided by six principles on its journey: Spirit of Nature: Sustainability and focus on the ecological footprint. Joy of Walking: Every step should be as comfortable as possible. Tradition at Heart: Shoe making since 1886 and continuous improvement. Trust in Progress: Progress and better solutions always in view. Care for Detail: Quality of every detail in focus. Form of Function: Function of shoes takes precedence. JOSEF SEIBEL Today Today, JOSEF SEIBEL is represented in over 40 countries and continues its journey as an international shoe brand. Quality, functionality, and trends are in focus. The shoes are daily companions that are comfortable and sustainable. Wholesale E: shop@josef-seibel.de Photo credit: Josef Seibel