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WHAT IS PETROMAX AND WHAT DO WE STAND FOR?

Your adventure is what drives us

As a traditional German brand, the name Petromax has stood for self-sufficient lighting, self-determination and independence in the open air since 1910. At Petromax, we live tradition, innovation and quality. As a manufacturer, we develop our products ourselves and always with high demands on resistance, durability and robustness. We use our own experience and knowledge that has proven itself over centuries and revive it in our products.

Our aim is to make each of your adventures a real experience. Thanks to constant quality controls, we are able to continuously inspire you with consistently high-quality equipment. We want to be your professional partner, your outfitter and your loyal companion for unforgettable experiences in the great outdoors.

Jonas Taureck was gripped by a thirst for adventure in the early 2000s and set off from Germany to South Africa with a friend. When the heavy truck got stuck in the hot desert sand on the way, even hours of sand shoveling didn't help. The engine suspension was broken and the engine had destroyed the alternator.

In search of another way to charge the batteries, Jonas and his companion reached a small village in Niger after a few days. Impressed by the bright light that illuminated the huts and streets, they felt relieved: they had finally found a suitable source of energy - apparently.

But what illuminated this village was not powered by electricity, the inhabitants explained to them. There was no sign of a power cable, just a light that was so bright that he had to squint. Then he noticed a noise - a hissing, almost a hissing and an unmistakable smell: petroleum.

The power that lit up an entire village came from kerosene lamps - for 21-year-old Jonas Taureck, an absolute marvel of technology that would stay with him for a long time and lay the foundation for Petromax.

Born in the wilderness

Today, Petromax is much more than a brand - we are a way of life. For over 100 years, we have been bringing quality and passion for outdoor living and cooking to the world. To this day, our focus is on using the best of nature while being independent and self-determined.

Our lifestyle means making the wilderness our kitchen and enjoying the light and warmth of the fire. We are the antidote to the digital world, we bring you back to nature, to real experiences and unadulterated joy. Nature is our source of inspiration and our touchstone. Our products are designed to withstand the harshest conditions and encourage you to fully experience the world around you.

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