Orangenkinder®
Crawling and Pre-Walking Shoes — For little feet discovering the world

Protection when barefoot isn’t enough
Crawling shoes for indoors. Lace-ups for outdoors.

Like a second skin
Soft natural leather that hugs little feet.

Plenty of room for first steps
Flexible fit with lots of space for little toes.

Orangenkinder®
Crawling and Pre-Walking Shoes — For little feet discovering the world

Protection when barefoot isn’t enough
Crawling shoes for indoors. Lace-ups for outdoors.

Like a second skin
Soft natural leather that hugs little feet.

Plenty of room for first steps
Flexible fit with lots of space for little toes.

Our Crawling & Pre-Walking Shoe Collection

Our Crawling & Pre-Walking Shoe Collection

A feeling like walking barefoot

Breathable organic leather

Handmade in Germany

A feeling like walking barefoot

Breathable organic leather

Handmade in Germany

Your child’s first shoes? Here’s what you should know before buying

For learning to walk, your child doesn’t actually need sturdy shoes. Walking barefoot is the most natural for little feet. Shoes become useful when the ground is hard, cold, rough, dirty, or needs protection outdoors.

If your baby is crawling, pulling up, or taking first steps indoors, our SOFT Crawling Shoes are ideal: soft, lightweight, and almost like a second skin.

If your child is already walking more confidently and first dry paths outdoors are becoming interesting, the AMIGO Lace-Ups are the right next step.

It’s simple: SOFT Crawling Shoes are for indoors, AMIGO Lace-Ups for more protection and grip outdoors.

Our SOFT Crawling Shoes are made entirely of leather — including the sole. They’re especially soft and perfect for crawling, playing, and first steps at home.

The AMIGO Lace-Ups also have a flexible rubber-cork sole and lacing. They offer more grip and protection on dry paths outdoors and are suitable for little walkers who want to explore the world.

When your child is no longer just crawling but wants to stand on their own feet more often.

You might know the moment: Your child still sits in the stroller a lot but wants to get out in between, pull up, stand, or take a few first steps. That’s exactly when they need a bit more protection than a pure leather sole — but not yet a stiff, heavy shoe.

The AMIGO Lace-Ups are ideal for this: They give little walkers more support and protection while staying soft and flexible, and can be individually adjusted to little feet through the lacing. Perfect for children who are still carried or pushed a lot but want to explore the world on their own legs more often.

Our shoes are made so that little feet have room to grow and move.

They shouldn’t shape, squeeze, or rigidly guide the foot. Instead, they accompany natural movement: soft, flexible, and with enough space for little toes.

The SOFT Crawling Shoes give babies a natural feeling when crawling and taking first steps indoors – like a second skin. AMIGO Lace-Ups additionally offer walkers grip and protection without unnecessarily restricting freedom of movement and allow the foot to roll naturally.

Children’s feet often grow faster than you think. You’ve just found the right size — and a short time later the shoe already seems tight.

That’s why our crawling and pre-walking shoes come in practical double sizes like 18/19, 20/21, 22/23, etc. This way your child can enjoy the shoes a bit longer and grows more smoothly from one size to the next.

This means for you: less constant rebuying, more wearing time, and a shoe that comfortably accompanies little feet longer — without becoming too small again after just a few weeks.

Little tip: our felt and wool fleece insoles – with these you can wonderfully balance out in-between sizes and the pure wool also supports a healthy and airy foot climate in the shoe through its moisture-absorbing properties. Say goodbye to athlete’s foot!

Because little feet often spend many hours in their shoes.

Our natural leather is soft, uncoated, breathable, vegetable-tanned, and chrome-free. It feels pleasant, adapts to the foot, and ensures a good foot climate.

For you this means: no stiff plastic feeling, no unnecessary coating that makes the foot sweat — but a shoe you can put on your child with a good feeling.

This is one of the most important questions — because babies and toddlers often don’t say when a shoe pinches.

It’s best to measure both feet regularly. Important: enough space for the toes at the front, but no slipping on the foot.

How to properly measure children’s feet and find the right size, you’ll learn on our size guide page →

Our SOFT Crawling Shoes fit securely and comfortably through the sewn-in elastic band. The AMIGO Lace-Ups can be especially well adjusted to little feet through the lacing.

Yes — that’s exactly what they’re made for.

Many parents know it: One quick kick and the shoe is lying somewhere in the hallway. Our SOFT Crawling Shoes have a sewn-in elastic band so they fit securely and are still easy to put on and take off.

The AMIGO Lace-Ups can be tied individually. This way they stay where they belong: on your child’s foot.

For indoors, the SOFT Crawling Shoes offer a naturally slip-resistant suede sole with good ground feel — ideal for crawling, playing, and first steps at home. If the leather sole becomes smooth after extended use, you can simply roughen it up again with a wire brush.

If your child is walking more actively and needs more support outdoors, the AMIGO Lace-Ups with flexible, slip-resistant rubber-cork sole are the better choice.

If your baby is crawling, pulling up, or taking first steps indoors, SOFT Crawling Shoes are the right choice.

If your child needs more protection and is exploring first dry paths outdoors, AMIGO Lace-Ups are ideal.

The decision is this simple:
SOFT Crawling Shoes = soft like a second skin.
AMIGO Lace-Ups = flexible with more grip for first steps outdoors.

Your child’s first shoes? Here’s what you should know before buying

For learning to walk, your child doesn’t actually need sturdy shoes. Walking barefoot is the most natural for little feet. Shoes become useful when the ground is hard, cold, rough, dirty, or needs protection outdoors.

If your baby is crawling, pulling up, or taking first steps indoors, our SOFT Crawling Shoes are ideal: soft, lightweight, and almost like a second skin.

If your child is already walking more confidently and first dry paths outdoors are becoming interesting, the AMIGO Lace-Ups are the right next step.

It’s simple: SOFT Crawling Shoes are for indoors, AMIGO Lace-Ups for more protection and grip outdoors.

Our SOFT Crawling Shoes are made entirely of leather — including the sole. They’re especially soft and perfect for crawling, playing, and first steps at home.

The AMIGO Lace-Ups also have a flexible rubber-cork sole and lacing. They offer more grip and protection on dry paths outdoors and are suitable for little walkers who want to explore the world.

When your child is no longer just crawling but wants to stand on their own feet more often.

You might know the moment: Your child still sits in the stroller a lot but wants to get out in between, pull up, stand, or take a few first steps. That’s exactly when they need a bit more protection than a pure leather sole — but not yet a stiff, heavy shoe.

The AMIGO Lace-Ups are ideal for this: They give little walkers more support and protection while staying soft and flexible, and can be individually adjusted to little feet through the lacing. Perfect for children who are still carried or pushed a lot but want to explore the world on their own legs more often.

Our shoes are made so that little feet have room to grow and move.

They shouldn’t shape, squeeze, or rigidly guide the foot. Instead, they accompany natural movement: soft, flexible, and with enough space for little toes.

The SOFT Crawling Shoes give babies a natural feeling when crawling and taking first steps indoors – like a second skin. AMIGO Lace-Ups additionally offer walkers grip and protection without unnecessarily restricting freedom of movement and allow the foot to roll naturally.

Children’s feet often grow faster than you think. You’ve just found the right size — and a short time later the shoe already seems tight.

That’s why our crawling and pre-walking shoes come in practical double sizes like 18/19, 20/21, 22/23, etc. This way your child can enjoy the shoes a bit longer and grows more smoothly from one size to the next.

This means for you: less constant rebuying, more wearing time, and a shoe that comfortably accompanies little feet longer — without becoming too small again after just a few weeks.

Little tip: our felt and wool fleece insoles – with these you can wonderfully balance out in-between sizes and the pure wool also supports a healthy and airy foot climate in the shoe through its moisture-absorbing properties. Say goodbye to athlete’s foot!

Because little feet often spend many hours in their shoes.

Our natural leather is soft, uncoated, breathable, vegetable-tanned, and chrome-free. It feels pleasant, adapts to the foot, and ensures a good foot climate.

For you this means: no stiff plastic feeling, no unnecessary coating that makes the foot sweat — but a shoe you can put on your child with a good feeling.

This is one of the most important questions — because babies and toddlers often don’t say when a shoe pinches.

It’s best to measure both feet regularly. Important: enough space for the toes at the front, but no slipping on the foot.

How to properly measure children’s feet and find the right size, you’ll learn on our size guide page →

Our SOFT Crawling Shoes fit securely and comfortably through the sewn-in elastic band. The AMIGO Lace-Ups can be especially well adjusted to little feet through the lacing.

Yes — that’s exactly what they’re made for.

Many parents know it: One quick kick and the shoe is lying somewhere in the hallway. Our SOFT Crawling Shoes have a sewn-in elastic band so they fit securely and are still easy to put on and take off.

The AMIGO Lace-Ups can be tied individually. This way they stay where they belong: on your child’s foot.

For indoors, the SOFT Crawling Shoes offer a naturally slip-resistant suede sole with good ground feel — ideal for crawling, playing, and first steps at home. If the leather sole becomes smooth after extended use, you can simply roughen it up again with a wire brush.

If your child is walking more actively and needs more support outdoors, the AMIGO Lace-Ups with flexible, slip-resistant rubber-cork sole are the better choice.

If your baby is crawling, pulling up, or taking first steps indoors, SOFT Crawling Shoes are the right choice.

If your child needs more protection and is exploring first dry paths outdoors, AMIGO Lace-Ups are ideal.

The decision is this simple:
SOFT Crawling Shoes = soft like a second skin.
AMIGO Lace-Ups = flexible with more grip for first steps outdoors.

SOFT Crawling Shoes

Children’s Slippers Herbert the Tractor

Children’s Slippers Frankie the Fire Truck

Children’s Slippers Classic Dark Blue

Children’s Slippers Bärnie the Honey Bear

Children’s Slippers Stella the Unicorn

Children’s Slippers Classic Beige

Knusper the Squirrel Kids’ Slippers

Children’s Slippers Eulalia the Owl

Children’s Slippers PAT the Excavator

Children’s Slippers Tiger Tom

Children’s Slippers Buzz the Bee

Childern’s Slippers Classic Blue-Gray

Children’s Slippers Fränzchen the Fox

Children’s Slippers Reginchen the Rainbow

Children’s Slippers Trixie the Triceratops

Children’s Slippers Franz the Fox

Children’s Slippers Jonathan the Elephant

Children’s Slippers Leo the Lion

Children’s Slippers Määählie the Sheep

Childern’s Slippers Classic Purple

SOFT Crawling Shoes

Children’s Slippers Herbert the Tractor

Children’s Slippers Frankie the Fire Truck

Children’s Slippers Classic Dark Blue

Children’s Slippers Bärnie the Honey Bear

Children’s Slippers Stella the Unicorn

Children’s Slippers Classic Beige

Knusper the Squirrel Kids’ Slippers

Children’s Slippers Eulalia the Owl

Children’s Slippers PAT the Excavator

Children’s Slippers Tiger Tom

Children’s Slippers Buzz the Bee

Childern’s Slippers Classic Blue-Gray

Children’s Slippers Fränzchen the Fox

Children’s Slippers Reginchen the Rainbow

Children’s Slippers Trixie the Triceratops

Children’s Slippers Franz the Fox

Children’s Slippers Jonathan the Elephant

Children’s Slippers Leo the Lion

Children’s Slippers Määählie the Sheep

Childern’s Slippers Classic Purple

AMIGO Lace-Ups

Children’s Barefoot Shoes Lace-up – Light Brown

Children’s Barefoot Shoes Lace-up – Purple

Children’s Barefoot Shoes Lace-up – Blue-Grey

Children’s Barefoot Shoes Lace-up – Beige

AMIGO Lace-Ups

Children’s Barefoot Shoes Lace-up – Light Brown

Children’s Barefoot Shoes Lace-up – Purple

Children’s Barefoot Shoes Lace-up – Blue-Grey

Children’s Barefoot Shoes Lace-up – Beige

SOFT or AMIGO? What suits your child?

Simply select the statement that best fits you — we’ll show you our recommendation.

SOFT or AMIGO? What suits your child?

Simply select the statement that best fits you — we’ll show you our recommendation.

Crawling Shoes & Pre-Walking Shoes for the first big steps

When little feet discover the world, they need one thing above all: freedom. When crawling, pulling up, standing, and learning to walk, shoes shouldn’t constrict, weigh down, or rigidly guide. That’s exactly what Orangenkinder® crawling and pre-walking shoes are for.

Our SOFT Leather Crawling Shoes are especially soft, lightweight, and snug — almost like a second skin. They’re ideal for babies and toddlers who crawl, play, pull themselves up, and take their first steps indoors.

For children who are already standing more confidently on their feet and want to take first little walks outdoors, our AMIGO Lace-Ups are the right next step. They combine soft natural leather with a flexible, slip-resistant rubber sole and are ideal as first shoes for dry paths outdoors, daycare, or everyday life.

Soft leather crawling shoes — almost like a second skin

When crawling and learning to walk, little feet should be able to feel, grip, and move as naturally as possible. Our SOFT Crawling Shoes are made entirely of soft leather and gently hug the foot without constricting it.

The flexible leather sole protects little feet from cold, smooth, or rough floors while still maintaining a natural walking feel. This makes our leather crawling shoes ideal for home, nursery, kindergarten, and first steps indoors.

A lightweight, soft shoe is especially important for babies and toddlers. Feet shouldn’t be pressed into rigid shapes but should retain enough freedom of movement. That’s exactly what the SOFT collection was developed for: soft, flexible, breathable, and comfortable on the foot.

AMIGO Lace-Ups — the first shoes for little walkers

When crawling slowly turns into confident steps, children sometimes need a bit more protection. That’s exactly where the AMIGO Lace-Ups come in. They’re ideal for little walkers who are already standing and walking more confidently and want to explore their first paths outdoors.

The flexible rubber-cork sole provides more support than a pure leather sole and is especially suitable for dry paths outdoors, daycare, play areas, or small everyday adventures. At the same time, the shoe remains soft and pliable so that every step feels natural.

Through the lacing, the AMIGO pre-walking shoes can be individually adjusted to little baby and children’s feet. This way the shoe fits securely on the foot without pinching or constricting. This makes it an ideal first shoe for outdoors as soon as your child is no longer just crawling but already wants to walk actively.

Barefoot feel with protection — why flexible soles are so important

Children’s feet develop most naturally when they can move freely. That’s why crawling shoes and pre-walking shoes should be as soft, lightweight, and flexible as possible. A rigid sole can unnecessarily restrict little feet.

Our SOFT Crawling Shoes offer an especially natural feeling through their soft leather sole. The AMIGO Lace-Ups go one step further: They have a flexible rubber sole that offers additional protection and grip but still remains pliable.

This creates a walking feel that’s almost like barefoot — just with the protection that little feet sometimes need. Whether crawling on the living room floor, pulling up on the sofa, or taking first steps outdoors: Orangenkinder® shoes move with every little movement.

Breathable organic leather instead of plastic feel

Little feet in particular are sensitive. That’s why at Orangenkinder® we use soft, vegetable-tanned, and chrome-free organic nappa leather from IVN-certified German tanners.

Our natural leather is uncoated, open-pored, and breathable. This means: It feels pleasant, adapts to the foot, and ensures a good foot climate. This is a big advantage especially for crawling shoes, pre-walking shoes, and first children’s shoes because the shoes often stay on the foot for many hours.

What the earth can absorb again also feels right on little feet — because our crawling and pre-walking shoes are almost completely compostable (except for the sewn-in elastic band and rubber sole).

Instead of plastic feel, stiff materials, or unnecessary coatings, we rely on genuine natural leather. This creates baby and children’s shoes that are soft, skin-friendly, and trustworthy — for parents who want to buy consciously.

The right fit for healthy children’s feet

Children’s feet grow quickly and need enough space. That’s why the fit is especially important for crawling shoes and pre-walking shoes. A good children’s shoe shouldn’t pinch, shouldn’t slip, and should give the toes enough room.

Our crawling and pre-walking shoes are made so that little feet can move naturally. The SOFT Crawling Shoes fit securely on the foot through the sewn-in elastic band and are still easy to put on and take off. The AMIGO Lace-Ups can be individually adjusted through the lacing and therefore offer especially good support.

This way every child finds the shoe that fits their developmental phase: SOFT for crawling and first steps indoors, AMIGO Lace-Ups for walkers and first little paths outdoors.

Shoe sizes for babies and toddlers

The right shoe size is crucial when buying crawling shoes and pre-walking shoes. Babies and toddlers often can’t reliably say yet whether a shoe pinches. That’s why parents should measure feet regularly and make sure there’s enough space at the front.

Our Orangenkinder® crawling shoes and pre-walking shoes are available in typical baby and children’s sizes, for example depending on the model in sizes like 18/19, 20/21, 22/23, 24/25, and other children’s sizes.

For babies who are just crawling or pulling themselves up, the smaller sizes of the SOFT Crawling Shoes are especially popular. For children who are already walking more confidently, the AMIGO Lace-Ups are a great choice. What’s always important: The shoe should fit securely but not constrict.

Especially practical: our felt and wool fleece insoles – with these you can wonderfully balance out in-between sizes and the pure wool also supports a healthy and airy foot climate in the shoe through its moisture-absorbing properties. Say goodbye to athlete’s foot!

Our tip: Measure both feet, select the right size using the size chart, and regularly check whether there’s still enough space.

Handmade in Germany — for little explorers with big plans

Orangenkinder® shoes are created with loving craftsmanship in Germany. Each pair is carefully made so that little feet are accompanied comfortably, safely, and naturally.

Our SOFT Crawling Shoes are made entirely of leather and are ideal for babies, crawlers, and first steps indoors. Our AMIGO Lace-Ups are made with a flexible rubber-cork sole that isn’t glued but sewn. This creates durable pre-walking shoes that keep up with the everyday life of little explorers.

Whether as first crawling shoes, soft leather slippers, pre-walking shoes for indoors, or first shoes for dry paths outdoors: Orangenkinder® accompanies children’s feet from the first crawl to the first little adventures.

Discover our leather crawling shoes and pre-walking shoes now — soft, flexible, and handmade for little feet with big plans.

Crawling Shoes & Pre-Walking Shoes for the first big steps

When little feet discover the world, they need one thing above all: freedom. When crawling, pulling up, standing, and learning to walk, shoes shouldn’t constrict, weigh down, or rigidly guide. That’s exactly what Orangenkinder® crawling and pre-walking shoes are for.

Our SOFT Leather Crawling Shoes are especially soft, lightweight, and snug — almost like a second skin. They’re ideal for babies and toddlers who crawl, play, pull themselves up, and take their first steps indoors.

For children who are already standing more confidently on their feet and want to take first little walks outdoors, our AMIGO Lace-Ups are the right next step. They combine soft natural leather with a flexible, slip-resistant rubber sole and are ideal as first shoes for dry paths outdoors, daycare, or everyday life.

Soft leather crawling shoes — almost like a second skin

When crawling and learning to walk, little feet should be able to feel, grip, and move as naturally as possible. Our SOFT Crawling Shoes are made entirely of soft leather and gently hug the foot without constricting it.

The flexible leather sole protects little feet from cold, smooth, or rough floors while still maintaining a natural walking feel. This makes our leather crawling shoes ideal for home, nursery, kindergarten, and first steps indoors.

A lightweight, soft shoe is especially important for babies and toddlers. Feet shouldn’t be pressed into rigid shapes but should retain enough freedom of movement. That’s exactly what the SOFT collection was developed for: soft, flexible, breathable, and comfortable on the foot.

If the lace-ups are worn outdoors, we recommend waterproofing them well before first wear. This keeps the leather protected longer and little explorers can set off even more carefree. Suitable leather care products from Tapir are available in our shop

AMIGO Lace-Ups — the first shoes for little walkers

When crawling slowly turns into confident steps, children sometimes need a bit more protection. That’s exactly where the AMIGO Lace-Ups come in. They’re ideal for little walkers who are already standing and walking more confidently and want to explore their first paths outdoors.

The flexible rubber-cork sole provides more support than a pure leather sole and is especially suitable for dry paths outdoors, daycare, play areas, or small everyday adventures. At the same time, the shoe remains soft and pliable so that every step feels natural.

Through the lacing, the AMIGO pre-walking shoes can be individually adjusted to little baby and children’s feet. This way the shoe fits securely on the foot without pinching or constricting. This makes it an ideal first shoe for outdoors as soon as your child is no longer just crawling but already wants to walk actively.

Barefoot feel with protection — why flexible soles are so important

Children’s feet develop most naturally when they can move freely. That’s why crawling shoes and pre-walking shoes should be as soft, lightweight, and flexible as possible. A rigid sole can unnecessarily restrict little feet.

Our SOFT Crawling Shoes offer an especially natural feeling through their soft leather sole. The AMIGO Lace-Ups go one step further: They have a flexible rubber sole that offers additional protection and grip but still remains pliable.

This creates a walking feel that’s almost like barefoot — just with the protection that little feet sometimes need. Whether crawling on the living room floor, pulling up on the sofa, or taking first steps outdoors: Orangenkinder® shoes move with every little movement.

Breathable organic leather instead of plastic feel

Little feet in particular are sensitive. That’s why at Orangenkinder® we use soft, vegetable-tanned, and chrome-free organic nappa leather from IVN-certified German tanners.

Our natural leather is uncoated, open-pored, and breathable. This means: It feels pleasant, adapts to the foot, and ensures a good foot climate. This is a big advantage especially for crawling shoes, pre-walking shoes, and first children’s shoes because the shoes often stay on the foot for many hours.

What the earth can absorb again also feels right on little feet — because our crawling and pre-walking shoes are almost completely compostable (except for the sewn-in elastic band and rubber sole).

Instead of plastic feel, stiff materials, or unnecessary coatings, we rely on genuine natural leather. This creates baby and children’s shoes that are soft, skin-friendly, and trustworthy — for parents who want to buy consciously.

The right fit for healthy children’s feet

Children’s feet grow quickly and need enough space. That’s why the fit is especially important for crawling shoes and pre-walking shoes. A good children’s shoe shouldn’t pinch, shouldn’t slip, and should give the toes enough room.

Our crawling and pre-walking shoes are made so that little feet can move naturally. The SOFT Crawling Shoes fit securely on the foot through the sewn-in elastic band and are still easy to put on and take off. The AMIGO Lace-Ups can be individually adjusted through the lacing and therefore offer especially good support.

This way every child finds the shoe that fits their developmental phase: SOFT for crawling and first steps indoors, AMIGO Lace-Ups for walkers and first little paths outdoors.

Shoe sizes for babies and toddlers

The right shoe size is crucial when buying crawling shoes and pre-walking shoes. Babies and toddlers often can’t reliably say yet whether a shoe pinches. That’s why parents should measure feet regularly and make sure there’s enough space at the front.

Our Orangenkinder® crawling shoes and pre-walking shoes are available in typical baby and children’s sizes, for example depending on the model in sizes such as 18/19, 20/21, 22/23, 24/25 and other children’s sizes.

For babies who are just crawling or pulling themselves up, the smaller sizes of the SOFT crawling shoes are especially popular. For children who are already walking more confidently, the AMIGO lace-ups are a great choice. What always matters is: the shoe should fit securely, but not be restrictive.

Especially practical: our felt and wool fleece insoles – these are great for balancing out in-between sizes, and the pure wool also supports a healthy, airy foot climate inside the shoe thanks to its moisture-absorbing properties. Goodbye athlete’s foot!

Our tip: Measure both feet, choose the right size using the size chart, and check regularly that there’s still enough room.

Handmade in Germany — for little explorers with big plans

Orangenkinder® shoes are lovingly handmade in Germany. Each pair is crafted with care so that little feet are supported comfortably, safely and naturally.

Our SOFT crawling shoes are made entirely of leather and are ideal for babies, crawlers and first steps indoors. Our AMIGO lace-ups are made with a flexible rubber-cork sole that isn’t glued, but stitched. This creates durable pre-walking shoes that can keep up with the everyday life of little explorers.

Whether as first crawling shoes, soft leather slippers, pre-walking shoes for indoors or first shoes for dry paths outdoors: Orangenkinder® supports children’s feet from their first crawl to their first little adventures.

Discover our leather crawling shoes and pre-walking shoes now — soft, flexible and handmade for little feet with big plans.