Ludwig Reiter
Austria
Ludwig Reiter is a Vienna-based shoe and leather goods maker founded in 1885 by the master shoemaker of the same name. It describes itself as a family business and is known for Goodyear-welted leather shoes.
| Founded | 1885 |
|---|---|
| Founder | Ludwig Reiter |
| Ownership | Family business |
| Headquarters | Vienna, Austria |
| Segment | Footwear and leather goods |
| Website | ludwig-reiter.com |
What is Ludwig Reiter?
Ludwig Reiter is an Austrian footwear brand that presents itself as a Vienna-based family business since 1885. It makes leather shoes for women, men and children.
History
The company was founded in 1885 by Ludwig Reiter, a master shoemaker who had moved to Vienna from St. Joachimsthal. The official website does not name the current owners, only that it remains a family business.
Products and positioning
The range covers a number of shoe types and a smaller selection of leather goods:
- Loafers, boots, sneakers and shearling-lined shoes
- Home slippers and shoe care products
- Handbags, laptop and business bags, travel bags, wallets and belts
The site refers to Goodyear-welted construction, a leather goods workshop and factory tours, which suggests a craft-led positioning.
Business model and distribution
The website links to a dedicated Ludwig Reiter stores section and sells online. Details of wholesale partners and store counts are not given on the page consulted, so they are not stated here.
Why it matters
Ludwig Reiter is one of the long-standing independent European shoemakers still run as a family business, and it represents the Austrian craft end of the footwear market. The official site gives no revenue or employee figures, so none are quoted here.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Ludwig Reiter from?
Ludwig Reiter is from Vienna, Austria. The company was founded there in 1885 by the master shoemaker Ludwig Reiter.
Who owns Ludwig Reiter?
The brand describes itself as a family business. The official website does not name the current owners.