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Lamps and lights for your garden party

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Glückliche Frau bei einer Gartenparty

Atmospheric lighting for garden parties



The gardening season is simply the best time of year to work, relax and spend time with friends.


The question arises: What are the essentials for the perfect garden party lighting?


How can I best illuminate my path around the house and garden? We present: our evergreens and classics as well as tips and trends for the garden party season!

Get our checklist as a PDF


Are you planning a garden party and want to make sure your lighting is perfect? We have the solution for you! Download our comprehensive checklist as a PDF to make sure your garden lighting creates an unforgettable atmosphere.


Our checklist will guide you step by step through all the important aspects, from choosing the right lights to their optimal placement. Get the PDF file now and turn your garden party into a glowing event!

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The right outdoor lighting for your garden party


Today, there are many options for special outdoor lighting. There are outdoor lamps for every taste and in every design and for every purpose.


Outdoor lighting can be used primarily to create a decorative effect and provide spotlights on the balcony or on the patio and in the garden. There are countless variations.



Illuminated sculptures are just as possible as modern light objects. However, one thing is particularly important for a garden party - the lighting should be as indirect as possible and create a special ambience in a sophisticated and unobtrusive way.


Garden party lighting - preferably a special concept


Outdoor lighting should of course set the scene for the garden area or patio in a sophisticated way all year round. Last but not least, outdoor lighting also serves to protect against burglary or the risk of falling when walking on garden paths.


For a garden party, of course, the decorative element is also particularly important. The aim is to create an unobtrusive, magical lighting mood that emphasizes the communal celebration with punch and barbecue. The planning for this garden party should be done in advance and systematically.

How to make sure the garden party is a success


The lighting should be chosen so that all areas of the garden party are sufficiently illuminated. Nevertheless, the festive and ideally Mediterranean atmosphere of the party should of course not be spoiled.


Every guest should have sufficient light and yet not be brightly lit. And despite all the decorative requirements, the overriding principle at a garden party is of course that the paths must be safely illuminated.

None of your guests should stumble on dark paths. All seats and chairs at the garden party should therefore be lit indirectly. The overriding principle should always be that a special vacation atmosphere dominates the party.


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Flexible and environmentally friendly rechargeable lights


Battery lights, or cordless lamps, are ideal for garden parties as they can be placed independently of power sockets. This allows for flexible and creative lighting without having to worry about tangled cables or tripping hazards.


Modern rechargeable lights are equipped with powerful batteries that often provide sufficient light for hours. In addition, many models are waterproof or at least splash-proof, so that even an unexpected rain shower cannot harm them.


They can easily be placed wherever they are needed - be it on tables, along paths or in flower beds to highlight certain areas of the garden.


Some rechargeable lights have different light modes, ranging from warm white light to colorful color changes. This makes it possible to choose the right lighting to suit the mood and occasion and thus influence the atmosphere of the garden party in a targeted manner.


Rechargeable lights are an environmentally friendly alternative to conventional lighting options. The use of rechargeable batteries reduces the consumption of disposable batteries and the use of LED technology ensures low power consumption. This not only protects the environment, but also your wallet.

Solar lights for the perfect garden party


Solar lights are equipped with small solar panels that collect solar energy during the day and store it in integrated rechargeable batteries. As soon as dusk falls, the lights switch on automatically and provide pleasant lighting without the need for a power connection. This makes them particularly flexible, as they can be placed anywhere in the garden - along paths, in flower beds, on tables or on trees. A major advantage of solar lights is their environmental friendliness.


As they are powered exclusively by renewable energy, they help to reduce CO2 emissions and conserve natural resources. In addition, there are no operating costs for electricity, making them a cost-effective lighting option. The use of LED technology also contributes to energy efficiency, as LEDs consume significantly less electricity and have a longer service life than conventional ones. Light bulbs. For a garden party, solar lights offer numerous ways to create an inviting and festive atmosphere.


They can be placed along pathways to ensure safe and pleasant orientation, or arranged in groups to create cozy islands of light. Hanging solar lights from trees or gazebos provide romantic lighting from above, while solar fairy lights above tables or wrapped around railings add a playful touch to your garden party.

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5 tips for garden party lighting


Use solar and battery-powered lights: Go for solar and rechargeable lights for flexible and cordless lighting options. These are not only environmentally friendly, but can also be placed anywhere in the garden without the need for a power source nearby. Solar lights charge during the day and light up automatically at dusk.


Mix of different light sources: Combine different types of lighting to create a varied and atmospheric ambience. Use floor lamps, fairy lights, lanterns and ground spotlights to create different lighting accents. This creates a warm and inviting atmosphere and highlights different areas of the garden.


Indirect lighting for a cozy atmosphere: Use indirect lighting to create a cozy and relaxed atmosphere. Hidden light sources, such as LEDs under furniture or behind plants, provide a soft and pleasant light that does not dazzle and creates a pleasant atmosphere.


Dimmable lights and color changes: Use dimmable lights and those with a color change function to adapt the lighting to the respective mood and occasion. Warm light colors are particularly suitable for a relaxed atmosphere, while colorful fairy lights or color-changing LEDs can create a lively and festive mood.


Take safety aspects into account: Make sure to illuminate paths and stairs well to avoid tripping hazards. Use floor lights or solar lights along walkways and steps to ensure safe orientation for your guests. Entrance areas and areas around the pool or pond should also be well lit to avoid accidents at your garden party.


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