Solar eclipse glasses 2026 – tested safety for an extraordinary celestial event

Name: 2 pieces of solar eclipse glasses - Lesebrille.de
Brand: Solar eclipse glasses
SKU: APO-SOFI-2PACK-ECL
Price: 14.90 EUR
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Experience the solar eclipse on August 12, 2026, safely and clearly—with high-quality, American-made
solar eclipse glasses.

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Update:

We currently still have solar eclipse glasses in stock. These can no longer be ordered online, but are only available for in-store purchase:

📍 Lesebrille.de
Daiserstr. 15 Rgb.
81371 Munich

🕗 Tuesday, August 11, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
💳 Credit card payments are accepted.

Please just stop by. Due to very high demand, we are currently unable to respond to individual inquiries about availability or reservations. Unfortunately, reservations are not possible.

As soon as we are sold out, we will post a notice on our website immediately. Sales are limited to available stock only.

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SHIPPED ON MONDAY VIA DHL SMALL PACKAGE

We’ll ship your solar eclipse glasses on Monday via the fastest method (as a DHL small package) with tracking.
! ! ! Please do NOT enter a post office or Packstation as your address ! ! !
Delivery usually takes 1–2 days, so it is VERY likely that your package will arrive in time on Tuesday or Wednesday (though, of course, we can never guarantee this 100%).

Starting Monday, August 10, 2026, at 8:00 a.m., you can also pick up your SoFi glasses directly from us; we accept credit cards.

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We have been working with this manufacturer for over 20 years and have already
Over 800,000 solar eclipse glasses have been successfully sold in Germany. For
, this track record stands for reliable quality in a product where safety is crucial.

ISO 12312-2 certified for direct solar observation
100 % protection against UV and infrared radiation
99.999 % reduction of visible sunlight
Recognized by the American Astronomical Society (AAS)
Scratch-resistant special filters (no comparison to simple sunglasses)

In Germany, depending on the location, the sun will be obscured by up to 90% or more —a rare event
that can only be safely observed with appropriate protective eyewear.

Get yours now —experience has shown that high-quality solar eclipse glasses sell out quickly right before the
event.

Solar eclipse glasses 2026/2027 – high-quality protective glasses for safe solar observation

With these high-quality solar eclipse glasses, you’ll be perfectly prepared for the great solar eclipse on
August 12, 2026. The glasses were specially developed for direct observation of the sun and are equipped with
tested special filters that reliably protect the eyes from dangerous radiation.

We deliberately offer precisely these glasses: We have been working with this American manufacturer
since 2003 and have sold over 800,000 pairs of their solar eclipse glasses in Germany. This
long-term cooperation stands for consistent quality and reliable supply chains – a decisive advantage, especially for a
safety-relevant product.

The manufacturer is listed by the American Astronomical Society (AAS) in the “Solar Eclipse Task Force”
as a provider of safe solar filters. These glasses are therefore suitable for all those who rely on tested quality and traceable origin when observing the sun
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Tested safety for direct observation of the sun

ISO 12312-2 compliant
CE-certified
Independently tested
2 mil scratch-resistant special polymer filters
100 % protection against UV and infrared radiation
99.999 % reduction of visible light
Optical density OD5+

Space organizations such as NASA also expressly recommend using only
solar filters in accordance with ISO 12312-2 for direct observation of the sun. Normal sunglasses are not suitable for this.

The solar eclipse on August 12, 2026

On 12.08.2026, a total solar eclipse will pass over parts of Europe. In Germany, it will be visible as a very powerful
partial eclipse – with particularly high coverage in the southwest. The observation will take place in the evening,
partly near sunset.

Germany – sorted from north to south

City	Darkening	Start	Maximum	End	Duration
Hamburg	about 85%	19:13	20:07	20:59	approx. 1 hr 46 min
Berlin	about 85%	19:15	20:08	20:38*	approx. 1 hr 23 min
Cologne	about 88%	19:18	20:12	20:58	about 1 hour 40 minutes
Munich	about 89%	19:23	20:15	20:32*	about 1 hour 10 minutes
Fribourg	about 90%	19:24	20:17	approx. 8:45 p.m.*	about 1 hour 20 minutes

Europe – sorted from north to south

City	Country	Visibility	Darkening	Start	Maximum	End	Duration
Reykjavík	Iceland	Total	100 %	16:47	17:49	18:48	approx. 2:00
Paris	France	strongly partial	about 92%	19:22	20:17	21:09	approx. 1h 47
Vienna	Austria	partial	about 85%	19:22	20:10	20:14*	approx. 0h 52
Milan	Italy	strongly partial	about 92%	19:27	20:20	20:35*	approx. 1 hr 08 min
Bilbao	Spain	Total	100 %	19:32	20:28	21:19*	approx. 1h 47
Palma de Mallorca	Spain	Total	100 %	19:38	20:32	20:49*	approx. 1 hr 11 min

Note: The times listed are local times (CEST or GMT in Iceland) and are approximate values for the respective city center.
An asterisk (*) means: The eclipse does not end until after sunset—the time listed is sunset.
Depending on the exact observation location, there may be deviations of a few minutes.

Important safety information

Never look directly at the sun without suitable protective goggles. Even during a partial solar eclipse, the
uncovered part of the sun is intense enough to cause permanent damage to the eyes. These solar eclipse glasses are
intended exclusively for direct visual observation with the naked eye.

Conclusion

These solar eclipse glasses combine tested safety, high-quality American production and decades of
sales experience in Germany. They are the right choice for anyone who wants to experience the 2026 solar eclipse safely and consciously

Product safety

Manufacturer information

American Paper Optics
2995 Appling Rd., Suite 106
Bartlett, Tennessee 38133
USA

Product safety documents

Safety instructions

Important warning

Never look directly at the sun without proper eye protection.
When observing a solar eclipse, always use
solar eclipse glasses as long as even a small part of the sun is visible.

Looking directly at the sun without suitable protective measures can lead to
permanent eye damage. Therefore, only use
eye protection that has been specially developed for safe sun observation.

These solar eclipse glasses protect your eyes from harmful radiation,
provided they are used correctly.

Note on service life: After 3 years at the latest, the
glasses should be disposed of and no longer used.

Safety instructions for use

Check carefully before each use.
Do not use and dispose of immediately if the glasses are damaged, torn, punctured or detached from the frame.
Do not use in combination with other optical devices such as binoculars, telescopes or cameras.
Not a toy - use only under adult supervision.
Children may only use the glasses under the supervision of an adult.
Use for a maximum of 3 minutes at a time, then take sufficient breaks.
Do not walk, drive or operate machinery during use.
Do not use with existing eye diseases or after eye surgery.