{"id":25987983,"date":"2025-05-05T16:24:23","date_gmt":"2025-05-05T14:24:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/isla-travel.de\/?p=25987983"},"modified":"2025-05-05T16:24:27","modified_gmt":"2025-05-05T14:24:27","slug":"child-car-rental-child-seat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/isla-travel.de\/en\/mallorca-magazin\/mietwagen-kind-kindersitz\/","title":{"rendered":"\"Child seats and rental cars - what families need to know\""},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Safe on the road in Mallorca - with a child, clear rules and the right seat<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Mallorca is a popular destination for families. Sun, beach, short flight time - but what many only realize after landing: Even on the vacation island, rules apply when children are in the car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Anyone booking a rental car should be aware of this, <strong>Which child seat is mandatory<\/strong>where the child is allowed to sit - and what happens if the right seat is missing. The regulations in Spain are sometimes different to those in Germany. We explain what is important. Without scaremongering, without small print.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udccf What applies in Spain? - The most important regulations on compulsory child seats<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Spain has clear rules when it comes to transporting children in the car - they apply <strong>also in a rental car<\/strong> and are controlled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The rule of thumb:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Children under <strong>135 cm height<\/strong> may <strong>not on the passenger seat<\/strong> unless the rear seat is already occupied by child seats or is missing. In this case, the front passenger airbag must be deactivated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The legal obligation:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Babies up to approx. 13 kg<\/strong>: <strong>Rear-facing infant carrier<\/strong> (ECE Group 0\/0+)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Children 9-18 kg<\/strong>: <strong>Child seat with harness<\/strong> (ECE Group I)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Children from 15 kg to 36 kg or 135 cm<\/strong>: <strong>Booster seat with backrest<\/strong> (ECE Group II\/III)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From 135 cm: seat belt compulsory, but seat no longer necessary<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Attention:<\/strong> Unlike in Germany, where 150 cm height is decisive, the obligation to sit ends in Spain <strong>at 135 cm<\/strong> - not age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 <strong>Being incorrectly secured on the road can cost money<\/strong> - even in a rental car.<br>\ud83d\udc49 Anyone driving without a suitable seat risks a fine of \u20ac100 or more.<br>\ud83d\udc49 There are no exceptions for \"just a quick trip to the beach\" at police checkpoints.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccc Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adac.de\/rund-ums-fahrzeug\/ausstattung-technik-zubehoer\/kindersitze\/kindersitzberater\/kindersitzpflicht\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ADAC compulsory child seat Europe<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\ude97 What do rental car providers offer - and what should parents know?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many families assume that a child seat is simply part of the package when booking a rental car. In fact, this is <strong>not a matter of course<\/strong> - and regulated very differently depending on the provider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clear options, easy selection with our partner Sunny Cars<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you rent a car via <a href=\"https:\/\/isla-travel.de\/en\/rental-car\/\">isla-travel.com\/car-rental<\/a> gets access to the booking system of <strong>Sunny Cars<\/strong>a provider that takes family needs into account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>As a rule, the following are provided:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Baby car seats<\/strong> (0-13 kg)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Infant seats<\/strong> (9-18 kg)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Booster seats with backrest<\/strong> (15-36 kg)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The seat category can be selected when booking <strong>directly selected<\/strong> be selected. In some cases, the selection is only indicated as \"child seat\" - the specific model is then selected according to the age information provided by the provider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Important to know:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <strong>Fee for a child seat<\/strong> is usually between 5-10 \u20ac per day, often with a maximum amount per rental.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Payment is usually made <strong>on site<\/strong>not in advance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Not every provider has every seat<\/strong> in stock - especially in the high season.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bring your own seats<\/strong> is possible - but bulky, and there is sometimes a risk of damage during transportation by plane.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 Our tip: <strong>Book early and specify seat category<\/strong>especially when traveling with babies or several children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83e\udde9 What to do if ...? - Answers to frequently asked questions from parents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Parents think for themselves. And that's a good thing. Especially when traveling, there are many \"What if...\" questions. Here are the most important cases - clearly answered:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2753 <strong>What if the booked child seat is not available?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This rarely happens, but it can happen - especially in the high season. Our recommendation:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Seat <strong>specify early when booking<\/strong>not just on site.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Directly after arrival <strong>Check availability<\/strong>If necessary, file a complaint.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In case of problems: Contact the Sunny Cars hotline - fast, German-speaking, solution-oriented.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2753 <strong>Is the seat clean and undamaged?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Most providers clean and check child seats regularly. Nevertheless: <strong>Check briefly<\/strong> never hurts. Straps, padding, fasteners - everything should be intact and clean. If you are unsure, you can insist on a change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2753 <strong>Can I take my own child seat with me?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, but:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Observe airline regulations<\/strong> (mostly as bulky baggage)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Own seat model should be developed in Spain <strong>authorized<\/strong> be<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No surcharge with Sunny Cars<\/strong>as no seat is rented<br>This is worthwhile if the child knows their own seat and feels comfortable in it - especially on long journeys.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2753 <strong>Can my child sit in the front if he has poor eyesight in the back?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Only under certain conditions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Child under 135 cm? Then <strong>only on the passenger seat<\/strong>if the rear seat is occupied or not available.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Airbag must be deactivated<\/strong> when the seat is facing backwards.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For older children: <strong>The rear is safer - better because of the crumple zone.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83e\uddfe Well prepared, safe on the road - even on vacation in Mallorca<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A rental car gives families flexibility - especially on an island like Mallorca. But flexibility needs security.<br>A suitable child seat is not an optional extra, but a must. In Spain, there are clear regulations that also apply to vacationers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With Sunny Cars - bookable via <a href=\"https:\/\/isla-travel.de\/en\/rental-car\/\">isla-travel.com\/car-rental<\/a> - both can be combined:<br><strong>Clear booking, legally secure execution, suitable seats on site.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Parents should book the seat in good time, check whether it fits - and don't hesitate to contact us or the provider if you have any questions. If you start well prepared, you won't begin your vacation with stress, but with a feeling of security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd17 Reading tips on the topic of rental cars with children<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/isla-travel.de\/en\/rental-car\/\">isla-travel.com\/car-rental<\/a> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/isla-travel.de\/en\/mallorca-magazine\/mallorca-by-car-roadtrips\/\">\"Mallorca by car - and 5 of the most beautiful road trips\"<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adac.de\/rund-ums-fahrzeug\/ausstattung-technik-zubehoer\/kindersitze\/kindersitzberater\/kindersitzpflicht\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ADAC - Child seat obligation Spain<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Safe in a rental car: What families should know about compulsory child seats on Mallorca - from regulations to booking tips.<\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":25987985,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"off","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[355,209],"dipi_cpt_category":[],"class_list":["post-25987983","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-mallorca-news","tag-mietwagen","tag-urlaub-mit-kindern"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/isla-travel.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25987983","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/isla-travel.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/isla-travel.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/isla-travel.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/isla-travel.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=25987983"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/isla-travel.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25987983\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":25987986,"href":"https:\/\/isla-travel.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25987983\/revisions\/25987986"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/isla-travel.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/25987985"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/isla-travel.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=25987983"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/isla-travel.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=25987983"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/isla-travel.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=25987983"},{"taxonomy":"dipi_cpt_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/isla-travel.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/dipi_cpt_category?post=25987983"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}