Palladium was founded in Lyonissa, France, in 1920. Originally it manufactured airplane tyres.

In 1947, after WWII, tyre orders dwindled and Palladium started to use its knowhow for making shoes. The durability needed in airplane tyres, and the experience in binding canvas and rubber made for some supple, yet durable shoes.

The shoes were so comfortable and durable, even the French Foreign Legion chose them as their service shoes. Nowadays Palladium footwear is used in daily adventures around the world.

Palladium is a true classic, with a reputation built over more than a hundred years. The iconic Pampa boot has only seen minor tweaks over the years, and Palladium products are still manufactured with the same old philosophy, for serious everyday use.

Palladium strives to develop its production processes, and to use the least environmentally harmful methods available. Palladium uses plentiful recycled materials from the surface fabric to waterproof membranes, and their canvas boots are made with organic cotton.