Typical models of the minivan/minibus class in Brugge are: Ford Galaxy 7 seater, Mercedes Viano 8 Seater, Mercedes Vito, Opel Zafira, Peugeot 807 7 seater, VW Touran and others.
Standard capacity of a minivan in Belgium is up to 9 people (8+1 formula), traditionally providing seven or eight passenger seats. The capacity of a minibus may vary from 9 to 15 people.
Please note, that in order to rent in Belgium a vehicle with capacity which exceeds 8 passengers, you would need a driving license of the corresponding category.
Minivan dimensions are quite unusual for an ordinary driver, which sometimes leads to appearance of scratches and dents during unsuccessful manoeuvring or parking. Therefore, we encourage you to order full coverage of insurance franchise during your booking, or directly at the rental office in Brugge.
Before leaving the parking garage in Brugge, inspect the minivan for exteriour defects and other signs of damage together with the office representative and mark the found defects found in your rental documents.
OrangeSmile.com wishes you a great driving experience on the roads of Belgium!
Popular questions on rental process
In the city, petrol stations usually work from 8am to 8pm, so drivers should think about filling the tank in advance. Convenience petrol stations can be found only near highways.
Drivers are recommended to keep a reflective vest in the car. Despite the fact that it is not included in the list of mandatory items, it is prohibited to get out of the car without a vest in case of a sudden breakdown on the road. The penalty for breaking this rule is from 50 to 1,500 euro.
Using and even carrying radar detectors is considered one of the most serious traffic violations. If the prohibited device is found during the inspection, it will be confiscated immediately. The driver, who was using or carrying the device, will have to pay a large fine and may be imprisoned for the period from 15 to 90 days.
