Centimeters (foot length) to EU Converter

Centimeters (cm) represent the actual foot length measurement, the universal reference point for all shoe size conversion systems. Measuring your foot in centimeters first is the most reliable way to find your correct size across US, UK, EU, and Japanese systems, as each region uses different numbering scales. A typical adult male foot measures 26–28 cm.

EU shoe sizes (also called Continental or Paris Point sizes) use a scale where each size increment equals 2/3 cm (6.67 mm) in foot length, making EU 42 approximately 26.7 cm. The EU system is used throughout continental Europe and is the most common international standard. Converting between EU and US/UK sizes requires knowing the foot length.