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Charging at a charging lantern

You are currently charging at a charging lamp, a clever combination of street lighting and charging point. With this innovation, we are making electric driving even easier without installing additional charging stations in the street. Here you will find all the information you need and answers to frequently asked questions.

How does charging work?

Start loading session

  1. Connect the charging cable to your car and the charging lantern.
  2. Activate the charging session with your charging card or charging app.
  3. Charging has started! Your car is now charging.

How does charging work?

Start loading session

  1. Connect the charging cable to your car and the charging lantern.
  2. Activate the charging session with your charging card or charging app.
  3. Charging has started! Your car is now charging.

Stop loading session

  1. End the charging session via your charging card or charging app.
  2. Wait for the beep, the cable will unlock automatically.
  3. Carefully disconnect the charging cable.

Tip: On the sticker on the charging lantern, you will find the same step-by-step explanation.

Why charge at a charging lantern?

Is everyone allowed to load here?

Yes, anyone with an electric car and a valid charging pass can use the charging lantern.

What does charging cost?

Charging lamp rates are the same as our other public charging stations; you can see them on our rates page.

Please note that some charging apps or charging card providers may charge additional fees. Wondering which charging pass works best in combination with an Opcharge charging lantern? Find out on our cheapest charge card page.

Can I park here with an ordinary car?

No, these parking spaces are only for electric cars that actually charge.

What if the charging lantern doesn't work?

Scan the QR code on the charging lantern (fault code) or contact our customer service department.

We are ready to help you

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have questions about charging lanterns in Tilburg or want to report a malfunction? Our Opcharge team will help you quickly and personally.