Medieval Haithabu Turn Shoes – Handmade Viking Leather Slip-On Shoes for Reenactment, LARP & SCA

🛡️ Medieval Haithabu Turn Shoes – Viking Leather Footwear

Bring historical authenticity to your kit with these Medieval Haithabu Turn Shoes, inspired by archaeological finds from Haithabu (Hedeby), a major Viking trading settlement. Designed with a minimalist slip-on construction, these shoes reflect practical early medieval footwear used by Norse people.

⚒️ Traditional Turn Shoe Construction

Crafted using the authentic turn shoe method, the leather is stitched inside-out and then reversed to achieve:

• Clean external finish
• Strong seam protection
• Flexible, foot-shaped comfort

This construction ensures both historical accuracy and long-term durability.

🧵 Premium Leather Build

• High-quality genuine leather upper
• Smooth closed vamp (as seen in original finds)
• Reinforced sole for durability
• Natural brown finish for authentic Viking look

• 👞 Functional Slip-On Design

  Unlike lace-up styles, this Haithabu shoe features a simple slip-on design, making it:

  • Easy to wear during events
  • Comfortable for long hours
  • Ideal for fast gearing during combat or reenactment