Do You Need Child Car Seats for Taxis in Denmark?
Updated: Aug 25
Denmark is a delightful destination for families—think Viking history, colorful harbors, LEGO adventures, and clean, walkable cities. But as you plan your transport in places like Copenhagen or Aarhus, one important question may arise: Are child car seats required in taxis in Denmark?
Here’s what parents need to know to travel safely and stress-free with children in Denmark.
What the Law Says About Car Seats in Denmark
According to Danish traffic law, children under 135 cm in height must use an approved child restraint system when traveling in a car. This includes car seats and booster cushions, depending on the child’s age, weight, and height.
But there’s one big exception: the exemption for licensed taxis is age-specific: children under 3 always need a restraint, but from age 3 they can travel with just the ordinary seat belt, as long as the child is seated in the back seat. While this makes short trips more flexible, it’s not the safest option—especially for younger children or infants.
Do Taxis in Denmark Provide Car Seats?
In most Danish cities—including Copenhagen, Aarhus, Odense, and Aalborg—standard taxis do not come with child car seats unless you request one in advance. Even if you book a taxi from Copenhagen Airport or your hotel, it's rare to find a vehicle equipped with an infant or toddler seat without prior arrangement.
Some taxi companies offer child seats as an optional extra—but availability is limited, and you’ll need to request it clearly during booking.
The Better Option: Pre-Book a Taxi With a Child Car Seat
To ensure your child’s safety and comfort during your visit, the best option is to pre-book a taxi with the right car seat for your child’s age and size.
At Taxibambino.com, we make it easy to book family-friendly taxis with certified car seats across Denmark, including:
Copenhagen
Aarhus
Odense
Billund (home of LEGOLAND)
Available seat types include:
Rear-facing infant seats
Forward-facing toddler seats
Booster seats for older kids
All vehicles are vetted and professionally prepared—so you can relax knowing the car seat is already installed when your driver arrives.
What About Renting a Car in Denmark?
Renting a car is an option if you’re heading into the countryside or exploring outside the city, and most rental companies do offer child seats. However, you'll need to book the seat in advance and install it yourself.
For city travel, airport transfers, and hotel pickups, a pre-arranged taxi with a child seat is typically easier and more convenient—especially for shorter visits.
Family Travel Tips in Denmark
Pre-book your taxi and child seat, particularly during weekends and holidays
Provide your child’s age and height so the right seat can be arranged
Request air conditioning or heating, depending on the season
Avoid relying on hailed taxis, as they almost never carry car seats
FAQ: Child Car Seats and Taxis in Denmark
Do Danish taxis have an age-specific car seat exemption?
Yes - children under 3 always need a seat in a taxi, but the exemption applies differently above that age; we always fit an appropriate seat as standard regardless.
Which Danish cities does TaxiBambino cover?
Copenhagen, Aarhus, Odense, and Billund (home of LEGOLAND).
Do Uber or Bolt guarantee a child seat in Denmark?
No - Uber returned to Denmark via a Dantaxi acquisition, and Bolt operates via Viggo, but neither guarantees a child seat.
How much does a taxi from Copenhagen Airport cost?
Typically DKK 250-350 to the city center, a 15-25 minute ride.
Do rental car companies in Denmark provide child seats?
Most do, but request one at booking to confirm compliance with the 135cm rule.
Travel Denmark Safely With Your Family
Whether you're visiting Tivoli Gardens, exploring LEGO House, or wandering the cobblestone streets of Copenhagen, Denmark is perfect for family adventures. But don’t leave safety to chance—especially when it comes to transport.
Visit Taxibambino.com to pre-book taxis with child car seats in Denmark, and enjoy your trip with total peace of mind—from airport arrivals to city sightseeing.
Uber returned to Denmark via a Dantaxi acquisition, and Bolt operates via Viggo; neither guarantees a child seat in the vehicle that arrives.
For reference: a rear-facing infant carrier suits babies up to around 13 kg, a forward-facing seat covers roughly 9-18 kg, and a booster applies up to the Danish threshold of 135 cm.
Price reference: a taxi from Copenhagen Airport to the city center typically costs DKK 250-350 (15-25 minutes). All seats are certified to ECE R44/04 or the newer i-Size (R129) standard. Where the vehicle has ISOFIX anchor points, our drivers use them rather than a belt-only install.
Traveling with more than one child matters too: standard Danish taxis are mostly compact sedans, and fitting two or three bulky seats across one back row is often physically impossible - say how many children and their ages when you book.
Travelling as a larger family? See our fleet before you book.
Last updated: July 29, 2026. Reviewed by Lija Scheiman, CEO, TaxiBambino Content Audit Team.