About the brand

Pataugas

Pataugas, an iconic French shoe brand, takes its name from an original invention in August 1950, when René Elissabide, in search of better hiking shoes, came up with the idea of baking a rubber sole onto a canvas using a pot, or "pataugeoire" in French. This is how the first Pataugas shoes were born, sturdy, comfortable, and suitable for rough terrains. Quickly embraced by adventurers and hikers, Pataugas has evolved over the decades, offering practical and stylish models. Today, the brand blends tradition and modernity, providing collections that combine aesthetics, quality, and durability, while remaining faithful to its French heritage of innovation and craftsmanship.