Valenki (Russian: ва́ленки, IPA: [ˈvalʲɪnkʲɪ]; sg valenok (Russian: ва́ленок, IPA: [ˈvalʲɪnək])) are traditional Russian winter footwear, essentially felt boots: the name valenok literally means "made by felting".

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These iconic felt boots, known as valenki, have been an integral part of Russian culture and attire for centuries, serving both as practical footwear and a symbol of traditional craftsmanship.

Valenki are traditional Russian winter footwear. Made of sheep's wool, these warm felt boots have been worn by generations of Russians. For centuries they shod the feet of peasants and tsars. Valenki literally means, “made by felting”.

Russian Valenki, traditional winter boots made of felt, represent one of the key symbols of Russia and its cultural heritage. 100% sheep's wool is used to make seamless, warm and healthy felt boots according to unique Russian technology. Valenki have healing effect - for flu, rheumatic disease, feet massage. Kind and curing warmth!

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The original Russian boot was the valenki, a flat-heeled, wide-topped, knee-length boot worn by Russian soldiers. Designed to combat the extremely cold Russian winters, valenki were normally made of thick felt.

Valenki (Russian: ва́ленки; IPA: [ˈvalʲɪnkʲɪ]; sg valenok (Russian: ва́ленок; IPA: [ˈvalʲɪnək])) are traditional Russian winter footwear, essentially felt boots: the name valenok literally means “made by felting”.