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May I ask if children must be in a car seat when driving in Germany ?

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You must sit down, otherwise you will be heavily fined if caught.

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If the child is older, you can buy an elongation pad and take it with you. It's much cheaper than renting.

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Children over 1.4 meters do not need a safety cushion, but must sit in the back and wear seat belts

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