14 October 2026International edition
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14 October 2026
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Footwear

Kitz-Pichler

Austria

Kitz-Pichler is an Austrian brand of natural-material house shoes made by the Gottstein company in Austria. It makes slippers and hut shoes from boiled wool.

Facts
OriginAustria
ManufacturerGottstein
MaterialBoiled wool
ProductsSlippers and hut shoes
Websitekitz-pichler.com
Segment
Mid-market
Categories
Footwear
Sales channels
WholesaleE-commerce

What is Kitz-Pichler?

Kitz-Pichler is a house shoe brand from Austria. Its products are made by the Austrian company Gottstein and focus on natural materials, particularly wool.

Products and positioning

The range consists of room shoes and slippers, including the HALL series and the traditional Hüttenschuh, or hut shoe. Retailers also list styles such as ballerina slippers for women and children's models.

The signature material is boiled wool, produced from wool sourced from selected suppliers and processed with water from the Alps. The slippers are made from 100% wool and are described as handmade, breathable and stable in shape, intended for warmth and comfort at home.

  • Boiled wool uppers
  • Hüttenschuh and HALL series
  • Styles for women and children

Distribution

Kitz-Pichler reaches consumers mainly through specialist slipper and footwear retailers and online fashion platforms in German-speaking markets.

Why it matters

The brand belongs to the Alpine tradition of wool footwear, where natural materials and regional production remain central selling points.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Kitz-Pichler from?

Kitz-Pichler is an Austrian brand whose house shoes are made by the Gottstein company in Austria.

What are Kitz-Pichler slippers made of?

Kitz-Pichler slippers are made from 100% wool, typically boiled wool.

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