Birkenstock Women's Granada Review

Key features

• Oiled leather upper
• Two adjustable buckle straps
• EVA outsole
• Cork footbed

Introduction

The Birkenstock Granada is a women’s shoe designed for a balance between comfortable fit and relaxed style. The shoe has Birkenstocks signature cork, double-jute layer for its footbed—designed to ensure comfort and adequate heel and arch support. The Birkenstock Granada leather adjustable straps allow you to customize the fit of the shoe to fit your individual feet. The design of the Granada is typical of Birkenstock—with a generally wide base to maximize comfort for all foot types.

Are they comfortable to wear?

The Birkenstock Granada are designed to be comfortable to wear as a main selling point. This is emphasized in the soft foam footbed between the double-jute cork base layer of the sole, and the suede lining—this provides a moderate amount of heel and arch support as well as impact absorption. However, some women find that the Birkenstock Granada original are slightly too wide, and over time the straps stretch out and their feet are not as adequately secured. However, there is also a narrow width variant for women with narrower feet, or who prefer a tighter fit. Comparing the Birkenstock Granada vs Arizona, another popular sandal from Birkenstock ;both shoes share the iconic double leather strap and arch support. However, the Arizona is a unisex sandal, and as such, the fit is generally wider and does not come in a more fitted size like the Granada. Many people, particularly women, can find they have to order a size too small for the Arizona to fit comfortably.

Conclusion: Should I buy them ?

If you are primarily looking for comfortable, light weight and breathable shoes designed for everyday activities, then the Birkenstock Granada’s may work for you. Particularly if you are a person that feels pain and discomfort from a lack or arch or heel support from their other shoes—then the Birkenstock Granada are a great choice for everyday wear. For some women, the narrow size may prove more comfortable. If you have particular serious pain and discomfort in your feet from lack of support from existing shoes, or other existing medical conditions—talk to a professional.