Roof box rental
Holidays, ski trips, weekends away. Rent a roof box near you in Belgium, from individuals and professionals.
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What for
- Going on holiday with suitcases, a pushchair and beach gear without cramming the car.
- Taking skis, snowboards and ski boots to the mountains without laying them inside the car.
- Freeing up the boot for a long weekend or a trip with a big family.
How to choose
- Capacity and length. A medium-sized box is enough for a family's luggage. A long, narrow box takes skis.
- Maximum load. Every box has its own limit, often around 75 kg according to manufacturers, and the car roof has its own in the owner's manual. Keep to the lower one, counting the roof bars and the empty box.
- The roof bars. A roof box fits on crossbars. Check that its fittings suit their shape (square, round or aerodynamic) and width, or ask the owner whether they are included.
- Opening. A box that opens on both sides is easier to load when the car is parked next to a wall or another vehicle.
What to check at handover
- The fittings. The clamps are tight on the bars and the box does not move when you shake it.
- The lock. The box locks, the keys are there and the lid closes without play.
- The position. The box is centred on the bars and does not touch the open tailgate.
- The condition of the item noted together in the app, with photos, at pick-up and at return.
Rent or buy?
A roof box is used a few weeks a year, then takes up space in a garage or cellar. Renting saves you the purchase and the storage, and lets you pick the size that suits the trip, summer holiday or ski week.
Common questions
How much weight can a roof box carry?
Two limits apply. The box's own, often 75 kg according to manufacturers, and the car roof's, given in the owner's manual. Keep to the lower one and subtract the weight of the bars and the empty box. Put heavy items in the middle, between the bars, and lighter ones at the front and back.
How fast can you drive with a roof box?
Manufacturers such as Thule advise not exceeding 130 km/h, and driving slower with a heavy load, crosswinds or a poor road surface. Belgian speed limits always come first. A roof box also adds height. Take care in car parks, since a loaded car, roof included, may not exceed 4 m.
Is there a deposit?
Between individuals, no: Loutou doesn't manage deposits. Only the booking amount is held on your card when you send a request. A professional can set a deposit on their listing; it's paid in person at handover and appears in the handover condition.
How do handover and return work?
In person, at a time you arrange with the owner. At handover and at return, the owner records the item's condition: a checklist and photos. You check it from your account until midnight the next day: confirm it, or report a disagreement with a photo. If the item doesn't match the listing, don't take it and write to us.
When is my card charged, and can I cancel?
When you send a request, the amount is only held on your card, not charged. It's charged once the owner accepts; with no agreement within 24 hours, nothing is charged. You can cancel until the rental starts, under the listing's policy: flexible, moderate or strict.
Renting in three steps
How it works- 1
Find the item you need
Browse the items available near you. Filter by category, price or distance.
- 2
Book your dates
Choose your dates and pay securely. The owner confirms your booking.
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Pick up and enjoy
Pick up the item near you, enjoy it, then return it on the agreed date.
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