Christian Birkenstock

$2.52B

as of 10/04/24

About Christian Birkenstock

Christian Birkenstock is an heir to German footwear company Birkenstock, which traces its roots back to 1774.

The company began making its trademark sandals in the 1960s, under the leadership of Christian's father, Karl Birkenstock.

In 2002, Christian and his two brothers, Alex and Stephan, were given control of the company.

Stephan Birkenstock sold his stake to his two brothers in 2013 for an undisclosed amount.

In February 2021, the brothers agreed to sell a majority to L Catterton and Bernard Arnault's investment firm Financi're Agache in $4.7 billion deal.

Personal stats

Citizenship

Germany

Source of wealth

Shoes

Residence

Kitzbuhel, Austria

Birth date

09/21/72 (age 52)

Self-made

inherited