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Europe trip incl Switzerland, kids” car seats

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A traveler is planning a three-week trip across Europe this summer, starting in Switzerland. They're looking for an affordable way to obtain an EU certified car seat since they couldn't find one in the U.S. and want to avoid high rental fees at car companies.

Key takeaways:
  • Check with car rental companies like Avis for options to rent EU certified car seats, which can be more cost-effective than purchasing one.
  • Consider renting car seats through the rental company as it can save you money compared to buying a new one.
  • Look for practical information about renting cars in Switzerland online to help with your trip planning.
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  • Anonymous
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    83504 posts
    28 May 2023 at 19:48:37 #829944

    Hello,

    We will be traveling in Europe for three weeks this summer, beginning in switzerland. We will be using various modes of transportation from rental cars, to taxis, to trains. I cannot find a place to purchase EU certified carseats in the United States and I do not want to pay the high prices to rent a child car seat offered by the car rental. Is there a place in the airport or right outside the airport that we can walk to purchase or to rent an EU Certified carseat that we can use for our entire trip?

    Thank you!

  • Anna
    Moderator
    7802 posts
    Reply 1 of 1 • 29 May 2023 at 6:08:36 #954830

    Hi Findsommer,

    Welcome to MySwissAlps.

    Car rental companies usually provide car seats upon request. At Avis, I think a standard infant/toddler car seat costs CHF65 per rental, booster seats costs slightly less. Renting is still much cheaper than purchasing a new car seat.

    You can find practical information about renting cars for your trip here: http://www.myswissalps.com/car/carrental

    Regards,

    Anna

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