Asturian Madreñas: Living Tradition of Hand-Carved Wooden Clogs

Madreñas are traditional wooden clogs carved from a single piece of wood, designed to be worn over fabric or leather shoes to protect feet from mud, rain, and cold - all too common in the Asturian climate. What makes them uniquely functional are the three small pegs (called tacos) on the sole that keep the foot elevated above wet ground, making them ideal for working in fields, walking muddy village lanes, or tending livestock.