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Birkenstock Zurich SKU #107736(View on Zappos.com Classic)

(4 Stars) (based on 63 customer reviews)
$119.95
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  • 'Zurich' from Birkenstock® is a wide-strap sandal that covers more of the foot while keeping your feet cool.
  • Available in a variety of materials, the 'Zurich' features fully adjustable buckles for a great fit.
  • Anatomically correct cork/latex footbed, crafted from cork that is 100% renewable and sustainable, encourages foot health.
  • The suede lined, contoured footbed will mold to the shape of your foot creating a custom footbed that supports and cradles you each and every step.
  • Raised toe bar is designed to encourage the natural gripping motion of your feet, exercising your legs and aiding circulation.
  • Neutral heel profile and deep heel cup keeps the natural padding of your foot where it belongs, under the heel, distributing your body weight more evenly.
  • Flexible EVA outsole offers lightweight, shock absorbing support with lasting durability.
  • Dual layer Jute: top wicks away moisture while the bottom adds strength and makes resoling easy.
  • You will enjoy your Birkenstocks for years because they can be repaired, resoled or even completely renewed.
  • Heat Warning - Cork footbeds or EVA soles can be damaged by exposure to concentrated heat. Do not leave your footwear in direct sunlight or in closed cars on warm days. If your footwear becomes wet, allow it to air dry slowly, away from direct heat.
  • Made in Germany.
  • Made in Germany.
  • Questions? Please call 888-927-7670 to speak to one of our Comfort consultants!
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Overall Rating:
  • (5 Stars) 90%
  • (4 Stars) 5%
  • (3 Stars) 5%
  • (2 Stars) 0%
  • (1 Stars) 0%
Customer Fit Survey:

Customers surveying this product said...

  • 81% "Felt true to size"
  • 90% "Felt true to width"
  • 87% "Excellent arch support"
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Recent Customer Reviews - 63 Reviews Total

Posted: Sep 7, 2009
Reviewer: Jeremy F from Alexandria, VA

Overall: (5 Stars)

Comfort: (5 Stars)

Style: (5 Stars)

These are so comfy, even more than other Birkenstocks. In suede, it's like wearing a hug on your feet! They're less commonly seen, so a little more unique, too.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: Clarks, Keen
Posted: Aug 15, 2009
Reviewer: Stacy G from Madison

Overall: (5 Stars)

Comfort: (5 Stars)

Style: (5 Stars)

These immediately became my new favorite shoes. My mom ordered the same pair a hour after I got mine. These shoes are so soft, and don\'t have any pressure points like some sandals do. Extremely cute on. I want to order another pair just in case I lose these! HIGHLY recommended!! If only there was a higher rating - 100 stars!
Posted: Aug 11, 2009
Reviewer: from Tacoma, WA

Overall: (5 Stars)

Comfort: (5 Stars)

Style: (5 Stars)

I love my Birks. They are worth the price due to the comfort. I currently have 5 pairs and would recommend them to anyone who is on their feet all day.
Posted: Jul 29, 2009
Reviewer: Darcy from Elk Grove, CA

Overall: (5 Stars)

Comfort: (5 Stars)

Style: (5 Stars)

The Best - I feel rather sheepish admitting that I have an addiction to Birkenstocks. (I have about 50 pair). They are all wonderful for the health of your foot. I have bunions, among other foot problems. This is just about the only brand I can wear without pain. If I had to get rid of all of my Birkenstocks except 5 pair, this would be the first style I would keep. When I come home from work, it's nice to slip into these Zurichs. They feel like bedroom slippers. They are so kind and gentle on your feet. My other favorite would be the Arizona, Boston, and Gizeh, and Paris. There - see, I narrowed it down to 5 pair. Of course, I love all of their styles, and they are all wonderful. If I were forced to narrow my choice down to just one pair, I would pick the Zurich in taupe suede. They are pure Birkenstock, and pure joy to wear. You'll never regret owning a pair of these.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: Aravon
Posted: Jun 24, 2009
Reviewer: from New York City

Overall: (5 Stars)

Comfort: (5 Stars)

Style: (5 Stars)

There’s no beating Birkenstock for comfort. Once the footbed gets worn in, your feet just want to be inside of them. Every summer when regular footwear just gets too hot and sweaty, I look forward to pulling out the most simple and comfortable pair of shoes I own... these Zurichs by Birkenstock. They’re perfect with shorts and don’t look too bad with a pair of jeans either. Love ‘em.
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Additional Brand Information

Birkenstock® USA, began over 30 years ago when the founder, Margot Fraser, had a dream of sharing the comfort and health benefits of Birkenstock shoes. A few years earlier, while visiting a German resort, she had tried on her first pair and was extremely impressed at how good they felt. From there, Margot learned that the original Birkenstock contoured footbed was invented and manufactured in Germany by Konrad Birkenstock in 1897. In fact, the Birkenstock family has been shoemakers for over 225 years – more than two centuries of creating and perfecting a tradition of walking comfort.

Birki’s® was founded in the early 90's by Stephan Birkenstock The goal was to create stylish sandals that were not only good for you but also something to show off. All Birki's shoes and sandals are made in Germany using environmentally-friendly process and proven craftsmanship.

Most Birkenstock and Birki's footbeds are crafted from a cork-latex mixture. The cork used is 100% renewable and sustainable harvested from the Oak tree. The harvesting of the cork does not harm the Oak Tree and allows for new bark to grow back beginning the life cycle all over again. Each contoured footbed will molds and shapes to your foot with the heat of your body creating a custom footbed that supports and cradles each and every step. For the customer that wants a cushioned footbed, they can now enjoy the soft footbed that is offered by Birkenstock shoes and Birki's shoes. Available in a variety of styles, the time-tested cork construction has been enhanced with a layer of memory foam.

Start your child off on the right foot with Birkenstock Kids shoes and Birki’s Kids shoes. Children need footwear that is good for their growing feet. The contoured footbed supplied by Birkenstock Kids shoes and Birki's Kids shoes mirrors the natural shape of the foot, offering excellent support. Birkenstocks Kids shoes and Birki’s Kids shoes are created according to the daily needs of children. Many styles available in the Birkenstock Kids and Birki's Kids line can be purchased in the adult version.

A large portion of Birkenstock shoes and Birki's shoes are completely repairable and renewable, reducing the potential for tons of waste to be dumped in land fills each year. From old favorites in fresh colors to new styles and materials, you can easily reuse and refresh your Birkenstock shoes and Birki's shoes for year to come.

Additional Customer Reviews:

Posted: Jun 7, 2009
Reviewer: from Virginia
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These are exceptionally comfortable, quality shoes from Birkenstock. If you like the brand, you will appreciate the comfort and versatility of the Zurich. Zurich can be worn with or without socks, in spring, summer, winter, or fall.
Posted: Jun 7, 2009
Reviewer: Lorrie N from Spokane, WA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I love this style in the spring. The Zurich is perfect when it is too cold for strappy Birks but you feel over dressed in clogs. These also look so cute with capris and cropped pants. The suede feels so good, too. My only wish is they made more colors.
Posted: May 24, 2009
Reviewer: from New York
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great shoe - I am difficult to fit. I added a heel/arch pad and this is one of the most comfortable shoes I have worn. It takes pressure off my lower back where I had surgery and hardware. Took a size smaller than I wear in other shoes.
Posted: Mar 27, 2009
Reviewer: from IN
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Hands down the absolute most comfortable shoe I've ever worn. I bought two pairs so I can have a play pair and dressier darker color pair. I have several other styles of Birks and I love those too, but these are special.
Posted: Jan 11, 2009
Reviewer: Ahsh F from Philadelphia, PA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Follow the leader - I bought a pair of Zurich's for my husband about ten years ago, and as soon as saw them on his feet I wanted a pair for me. But I never saw a pair in a color that I liked. About four months ago I saw them in a dark green color very similar to a suede coat that I own. As these were my 29th or 30th pair of Birkenstock's I knew that there'd be no break-in time. But the really wide band was different, until I loosened the straps, now they are my favorite pair. So, Zappos use your influence on the company and get them to make lighter and/or brighter colors in this style. I'll be first in line to buy them. My husband was the leader in this style, and I'd like to lead in color.
Posted: Jan 7, 2009
Reviewer: from Washington, DC
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I love this shoe. I wish it was made in more colors. I really need a new pair of the black ones. The heels of my old ones are very worn.
Posted: Dec 6, 2008
Reviewer: from San Jose
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Love these shoes: comfortable, relatively inexpensive, and long lasting.
Posted: Dec 4, 2008
Reviewer: Karen from Massachusetts
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Love My Birks! I have a lisfranc fracture- meaning a permanent break in my left foot along with no arch. Birkenstocks have been the only thing I have been able to wear for 5 years. The Zurich is great for NE winters to wear with socks. Love my Birks!
Posted: Nov 4, 2008
Reviewer: from Chicago, IL
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
LOVE my Birkenstock Zurich sandal! This is a reload of a Zurich sandal that I had bought at a Birkenstock store, which they were out of (what, all Summer long?). I needed a new pair, old ones bought in '03 were falling apart. I like these 'cause they are like slippers in a way. Still get the orthotic support that I need. Thanks Zappos for getting these to me in 1 DAY! Woohoo, customer for LIFE! GREAT service, nice to call up on the phone and whoosh, right to your door! BUY here with confidence! I'm lovin' it!
Posted: Oct 28, 2008
Reviewer: Suzanne L from Lubbock, Texas
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)
Review of my Birkenstocks - I bought this pair of "Birkies" because after 10 years on wearing them in all kinds of weather, they finally had to go. I hope to get as much wear with these as I did the last ones, and I'm sure I will. I can wear them with or without socks, which makes them a perfect shoe. Also love the way they mold to my foot. Thanks Zappos!
Posted: Oct 21, 2008
Reviewer: Ny N from New York
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Reflexology Is Proven In This Shoe - What evidence in a shoe! Comfort. Almost like a massage for my feet. There isn't another word for this nubuck Zurich. I purchased this to wear instead of my usual flip flops. The sole does conform to your foot in time with your foot's warmth. I purchased this as it serves its purpose beautifully. I will purchase another style in Birkenstock that's pure comfort. This is durable and the full coverage is nice in cooler weather. Thank you for your excellent customer service and terrific personnel, Zappos. You'll have loyal me as a customer!
Posted: Sep 26, 2008
Reviewer: from Scottsdale, AZ
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Birkenstock Comfort - These shoes are amazingly comfortable all day long. I am on my feet most of the day, and when I come home, I still continue to wear my Birkenstocks. Also, the customer service at Zappos is amazing! My husband ordered Merrill sandals a few days after I ordered the Birkenstocks, and his order came the next day! Thank you Zappos!
Posted: Aug 11, 2008
Reviewer: from San Francisco, CA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (3 Stars)
My paws - Birkenstocks are not beautiful. That said, these soft taupe-gray sandals are a pleasure to come home to, to slip into in the morning, to pad about in. I wear them barefoot or in chillier weather with wooly sox. I wear them more than any other shoe I own.
Posted: Jun 29, 2008
Reviewer: Rachell Y from Pittsburgh , PA
Overall: (3 Stars) Comfort: (3 Stars) Style: (3 Stars)
I have a small foot, size 4.5 and these still are a little big on me. But this is not the fault of the shoe. Birkenstock shoes also run a little big.
Posted: Jun 11, 2008
Reviewer: Toni from Texas
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (3 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great Birks - Bought these for my husband who has very large feet, and he loves them. He his a manager at a country club, so he is on his feet all day in dress shoes, and these are the first shoes he wants to put on when he gets off work. Of course they took some time to break in, and were uncomfortable at first, but now they fit him perfect.
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