Kraxe Wien Waterproof Backpacks from Austria
Urban, waterproof rucksacks designed in Vienna and handcrafted in Porto—built for daily commutes and travels across Europe without compromise
Kraxe Wien is built for the rhythm of the city. Thoughtfully designed, beautifully crafted, and made to move with you.
100% made in Europe – Designed in Vienna, handcrafted in Porto – VISIT BRAND →
| Price | Sustainability | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| €€€ (Premium) | ★★★★ | Online + flagship store in Porto; ships across Europe |
(€ = budget | €€ = mid | €€€ = premium | €€€€ = luxe) (★★★★★ = heirloom + zero-waste preorder |
For anyone living between tram, train, and aeroplane across European cities, one backpack needs to do everything: work, weekend, unexpected downpours. Kraxe Wien builds precisely for that rhythm—waterproof, architecturally designed rucksacks that pair Viennese precision with Portuguese craftsmanship. The result is a single bag that becomes a reliable travel companion, not a seasonal throwaway.
BRAND INTRO
Kraxe Wien is a European backpack brand born across two cities: Vienna and Porto. Founded a decade ago, the company designs minimalist, waterproof rucksacks in the Austrian capital and manufactures them entirely in a dedicated factory in Porto, Portugal. The collection focuses on urban living and travel, with sustainable materials, thoughtful compartmentalisation, and a philosophy centred on longevity rather than seasonal trends. Every piece is crafted with intention for those who carry their world—books, cameras, notebooks, thoughts, and dreams.
INSPIRING STORY
Kraxe Wien’s journey spans a decade of movement between two cities with soul: Vienna and Porto. The founders recognised a growing need among urban commuters and travellers who constantly shift between laptop work, short trips, and daily errands—yet wanted a single, reliable bag. Rather than chasing seasonal trends, they committed to one core product: the rucksack as a durable foundation piece. Each model begins in Vienna’s design studios, then travels to Porto’s factory, where skilled artisans refine prototypes and handcraft every bag to exacting standards. Crucially, all repairs happen in-house at the Porto factory, meaning a Kraxe-Wien backpack can be mended rather than replaced. After ten years of refinement and a flagship store opening in Porto’s historic Bolhão Market, the brand has proven that thoughtful design and Portuguese craftsmanship create backpacks built to last a lifetime.
WHO IS THIS FOR?
You move primarily by tram, bicycle, train, or aeroplane across European cities, and you want one durable backpack that handles work, sport, and travel. You choose one quality piece that lasts years over a new model each season. You value clean, understated design, a protective laptop compartment, and organised pockets—but most importantly, you need certainty that everything stays dry when Vienna, Porto, or Brussels suddenly experiences a downpour.
| Made in Europe | ✅ 100% European production – designed in Vienna, Austria; manufactured in Porto, Portugal |
| Ownership | ✅ Private company |
| Durability | Two-year warranty – In-house repair and maintenance in Porto factory with free replacement parts – Engineered for multi-decade use with reinforced stitching, robust zippers, and premium waterproof fabrics |
| Charity / Impact | Commitment to sustainable, water-saving fabric production in Portugal and Germany; local supplier partnerships in Porto |
DISCLAIMER Sustainability score is subjective. InEurope.eu finds this crucial, but conducts no audits. Assessment based on publicly available information and brand feedback
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