Scarpa hiking boots

Scarpa is a legendary Italian brand that has become synonymous with high-performance mountain footwear. Founded in the Asolo-Montebelluna region, an area world-renowned for its heritage in shoe manufacturing, the brand has maintained a reputation for craftsmanship and innovation for decades.

While Scarpa produces a significant portion of its high-end technical mountaineering and climbing boots in its original Italian facilities, the company has expanded its manufacturing footprint to include specialized plants in Romania and Vietnam to meet global demand for trekking and approach shoes. Despite this international growth, the brand remains a family-owned enterprise, with the Parisotto family overseeing its operations and ensuring the preservation of its 'Made in Italy' spirit and technical standards.

The brand's ownership structure is rare in the outdoor industry, as it has avoided acquisition by large multi-brand conglomerates. This independence allows Scarpa to focus heavily on sustainability and local artisan techniques, ensuring that the legacy started in 1938 continues to thrive under the guidance of its original founding family roots.