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Mindful with every step

Why barefoot shoes
from Groundies?

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Mindful with every step

Why
barefoot shoes from Groundies?

Healthy by nature.

Walking barefoot is the most beautiful, natural and healthy way to move. Groundies barefoot shoes imitate barefoot walking perfectly. This results, among other things, in the following health benefits:

  • Strengthening your foot & leg muscles
  • More natural posture
  • Better balance & stability
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Healthy by nature.

Walking barefoot is the most beautiful, natural and healthy way to move. Groundies barefoot shoes imitate barefoot walking perfectly. This results, among other things, in the following health benefits:

  • Strengthening your foot & leg muscles
  • More natural posture
  • Better balance & stability

4 reasons why Groundies are good for you.

Holistic health
Our TrueSense® soles promote natural movement, balance & active foot muscles — the foundation of a healthy body.

Mental well-being
Our TrueSense® soles are thin, light & flexible, enabling maximum freedom of movement with full protection and high durability. Depending on the model, Groundies come in different fits — often in two variants.

Meaningful fashion
Timeless design meets function: clean lines, premium materials, made to last instead of short-lived trends.

Natural connectedness
More contact with the ground fosters everyday mindfulness — for intentional steps & a grounded feel.

Your perfect shoe for getting into barefoot walking.

Soft materials, toe-friendly room and our special TrueSense® sole make our “Panama” the ideal entry-level shoe.

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Your perfect shoe for getting into barefoot walking.

Soft materials, toe-friendly room and our special TrueSense® sole make our “Panama” the ideal entry-level shoe.

Try it now

How do barefoot shoes work?

Barefoot shoes imitate the natural barefoot feel and protect your feet from sharp
objects and cold. Through a combination of premium materials and our
sensitive TrueSense® sole, Groundies barefoot shoes deliver an especially close-to-nature
and durable running experience.

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Thin Sole

Protects while still providing a sensory experience. Promotes balance and stability as well as a natural posture.

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Lightness & Comfort

Full freedom of movement and adapts to your individual foot shape thanks to ultra-soft materials. Effortless comfort through improved circulation and lightness.

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Flexible Sole

Its flexibility enables natural, free movements that keep muscles activated and thus strengthen them over time.

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Zero-Drop

A completely flat sole from heel to toes imitates the natural barefoot position, supporting a natural gait and healthy spinal alignment.

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Toe Space

A toe-friendly, anatomical fit enables a natural foot strike with high stability and fewer injuries, plus faster recovery for legs and feet.

How do barefoot shoes work?

Barefoot shoes imitate the natural barefoot feel and protect your feet from sharp objects and cold. Combining high-quality materials with our sensitive TrueSense® sole, Groundies barefoot shoes deliver an especially natural and durable running experience.

Thin sole icon

Thin Sole

Protects while still providing a sensory experience. Promotes balance and stability as well as a natural posture.

Lightness & comfort icon

Lightness & Comfort

Full freedom of movement and adapts to your individual foot shape with ultra-soft materials. Effortless comfort thanks to improved circulation and lightness.

Flexible sole icon

Flexible Sole

Flexibility enables natural, free movements that keep muscles activated and strengthen them over time.

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Zero-Drop

A completely flat sole from heel to toes imitates the natural barefoot position, supporting a natural gait and healthy spinal alignment.

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Toe Space

A toe-friendly, anatomical fit enables a natural foot strike with high stability and fewer injuries, plus faster recovery for legs and feet.

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Women
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Men

Two Fits at a Glance

Barefoot
Barefoot+
Groundies Barefoot Fit

Barefoot

This cut follows the natural anatomy of your feet and offers unrestricted freedom of movement.

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Groundies Barefoot+ Fit

Barefoot+

Our widest cut offers extra space and comfort – optimal for wide feet and barefoot enthusiasts.

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Got a question?

Our quick & competent customer service reps will be happy to provide you with any answers not found in our FAQs.