Products have the highest sustainability when they are of such high quality that they remain functional and beautiful as long as possible before you have to buy something new.
VAUDE is traditionally known for its durable products. This is sometimes jestingly referred to as a market disadvantage, simply because no one is going to buy a new product when their old favorite is still fully functional and looks good, even after ten or twenty years of use.
We use high quality materials and the best processing technologies. Quality, durability and design are the cornerstones of our product development process. We make products that you can enjoy and rely on for years. And we're proud of it.
»At VAUDE, we work passionately on improving our products and extending their life. This is challenging, but it’s also really fun. Customers rightly expect the highest quality and therefore a long service life for their products. This is the basis of a high level of customer satisfaction.«
VAUDE offers a two-year “Gewährleistung” (~ warranty) on all products and is liable for defects. The "Made in Germany" Collection even has a five-year “Garantie” (~ guarantee). But of course, our products last much longer when cared for properly.
Like the English words “guarantee” and “warantee”, the German terms "Garantie" and "Gewährleistung" play an important role in everyday business and are often confused and not used correctly. (Their meanings, however, are not identical in both languages.)
We want to shed a little light on the issue:
If a product should break, it doesn't mean that its fate is sealed.
The VAUDE Repair Service fixes damage – both large and small – and replaces defective parts, prolonging the life of your VAUDE gear or apparel so you don't have to give up your favorite items. Find out more here
Find out what else you can do to maintain your VAUDE product as long as possible.
