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Travel Information
Language
German
Currency
EUR
Country code
49
Average car rental length
4 days
Economy car rental price
$36.69 / per day
Traffic direction
Right-hand
Speed limit out of town
100 km/h
62 mi/h
Speed limit within town
50 km/h
31 mi/h
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Why rent a car in Germany?
Germany is a great place to travel around by car. Although the country is rather large, it boasts some of the best highways in the world, and the route between the north and the south or the east and the west can be done in a matter of hours. With beautiful cities and impressive nature areas, Germany is a place to discover.
If you want to know more about renting a car in Germany, don't miss our complete guide.
One-way Car Rentals in Germany
Here are the most popular one-way rental options for pickup in Germany and drop off in another country:
- From Germany to Poland - 1225 offers from US$ 85.15 per day
- From Germany to Italy - 534 offers from US$ 58.52 per day
- From Germany to Switzerland - 293 offers from US$ 73.86 per day
- From Germany to Austria - 681 offers from US$ 57.32 per day
- From Germany to Hungary - 316 offers from US$ 61.70 per day
Top ways to enter Germany
- Munich Airport: Located in the capital city of the Bavaria region, Munich Airport is the best way to enter Southern Germany.
- Frankfurt Airport: Busiest in Germany and one of the largest in Europe, Frankfurt Airport hosts flights to and from all parts of the world.
- Düsseldorf Airport: Serving the Rhine-Ruhr metropolitan region, Düsseldorf Airport is a hub of numerous low-cost carriers.
- By land: It’s possible to rent a car in a neighboring country and then drive to Germany. Some large international airports near Germany are Brussels Airport in Belgium, Amsterdam Airport in the Netherlands, and Zürich Airport in Switzerland.
Top cities and places to visit
- Berlin: Germany's capital is one of Europe's most popular travel destinations thanks to its colorful neighborhoods, bustling arts scene, and free spirit.
- Hamburg: Hamburg is popular with travelers both for its history as an important port city and its laidback lifestyle in areas like St. Pauli.
- Bavaria: The region's main attraction is its grand capital, Munich, but you shouldn't overlook its national parks, stunning mountains, and cozy towns, either. Historic Augsburg should also not be missed.
- Leipzig: One of Germany's best kept secrets, during the last decade Leipzig has quickly become a cultural, arts, and science center.
- Frankfurt: There's more to Frankfurt than just finance and business as the city is also famous for its museums, architecture, and Hessian cuisine.
- Bonn: The capital of Germany between 1949 and 1990, Bonn is a smaller city with an abudance of cultural life.
Most popular rental car
The most popular rental car in Germany is the VW Golf, but the Opel Astra and the Audi A3 are also popular among travelers.
Crossing Borders
Germany shares a border with Denmark, Poland, Czech Republic, Austria, Switzerland, France, Luxembourg, Belgium, and the Netherlands. Germany is a member of the Schengen Area and so are all of its neighboring countries. If you’ll need a visa to enter the Schengen Area, the same will also permit you to enter any of the Germany’s neighboring countries.
Some car rental providers allow you to cross national borders and even drop off your car in a different country, while others don’t. If you’d like to cross a national border during your rental period, make sure to check the terms and conditions before booking a car. Learn more about cross-border rentals in our FAQ section.
Most popular types of rental car
The most popular rental car type in Germany is an Economy, closely followed by compact and fullsize.
Top driving routes
Munich - Frankfurt (392 km / 243 mi) The route through Southern Germany will take you near interesting cities like Stuttgart and Heidelberg which you can explore on the way.
Hamburg - Copenhagen (473 km / 293 mi) Thanks to Hamburg’s proximity to Denmark, you can be in Scandinavia in just a few hours.
Berlin - Amsterdam (655 km / 407 mi) Although these two legendary cities are quite a distance from one another, great roads let you travel between them in under seven hours, meaning that you can have breakfast in one capital and dinner in the other.
Car Rental Prices
- Convertibles - from $108 per day
- Station wagons - from $52 per day
- Large cars - from $49 per day
- Medium cars - from $42 per day
- People Carriers/Vans - from $76 per day
- Premium cars - from $67 per day
- Small cars - from $34 per day
- SUVs - from $57 per day
How can I save money on my rental car?
You can do a number of things to get a good car rental deal in Germany:
- Compare rates of different car providers
- Book your rental car as early as possible
- Plan your route before you go
- Know your fuel and mileage requirements
- Visit on the month when the rental prices are the cheapest. According to our data, visiting Germany is the cheapest in October when renting an automobile is almost 30% cheaper than the yearly average.
Top 20 Most Popular Cities in Germany
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Car Rental in Berlin from $36.92 per day
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Car Rental in Munich from $34.30 per day
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Car Rental in Frankfurt from $27.88 per day
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Car Rental in Dusseldorf from $26.70 per day
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Car Rental in Hamburg from $45.82 per day
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Car Rental in Stuttgart from $31.93 per day
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Car Rental in Cologne from $28.44 per day
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Car Rental in Nurnberg from $31.11 per day
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Car Rental in Dortmund from $28.98 per day
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Car Rental in Hannover from $29.91 per day
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Car Rental in Mannheim from $45.82 per day
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Car Rental in Leipzig from $29.11 per day
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Car Rental in Bremen from $43.77 per day
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Car Rental in Weeze from $41.68 per day
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Car Rental in Memmingen from $39.70 per day
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Car Rental in Dresden from $25.34 per day
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Car Rental in Flensburg from $25.71 per day
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Car Rental in Friedrichshafen from $39.70 per day
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Car Rental in Baden-Baden from $40.13 per day
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Car Rental in Essen from $25.29 per day
Top 20 Most Popular Locations in Germany
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Car Rental at Munich Airport from $27.45 per day
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Car Rental at Frankfurt Airport from $30.70 per day
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Car Rental at Berlin Tegel Airport from $26.05 per day
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Car Rental at Berlin Schoenefeld Airport from $25.42 per day
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Car Rental in Berlin (Downtown) from $27.32 per day
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Car Rental at Berlin Central Station (Hauptbahnhof) from $36.92 per day
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Car Rental at Munich Central Train Station from $27.76 per day
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Car Rental at Munich Laim Train Station from $34.30 per day
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Car Rental at Dusseldorf Airport from $28.93 per day
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Car Rental at Frankfurt Central Station from $37.81 per day
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Car Rental at Hamburg Airport from $26.99 per day
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Car Rental at Stuttgart Airport from $27.84 per day
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Car Rental at Dusseldorf Train Station from $43.77 per day
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Car Rental at Cologne Bonn Airport from $28.44 per day
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Car Rental at Hamburg Central Train Station from $45.82 per day
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Car Rental at Stuttgart Train Station from $31.93 per day
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Car Rental at Cologne Train Station from $45.96 per day
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Car Rental at Berlin Gendarmenmarkt/Hilton Hotel from $27.71 per day
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Car Rental at Nurnberg Airport from $28.91 per day
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Car Rental at Dortmund Airport from $28.98 per day
Map of Car Rental Locations
Which is the cheapest month to rent a car in Germany?
The cost of renting a car in Germany depends on the time of year. This graph compares price changes from month to month in order to find the best offer.
Average Rental Price in Germany
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car in Germany is October — prices start from $44.81 for an Economy class vehicle. This is 29% cheaper than the yearly average and 42% cheaper than renting a car in the month of April (when prices start at $77.38 for a Compact class). This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. The exact price for your trip will depend on the length of your rental and the number of days until your rental period begins. Just enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see exact prices and offers.
What’s the average rental length in Germany?
The average length differs from month to month. The longest rental periods are in January — an average of 8 days. The shortest are in September — an average of 4 days.
Average Rental Length in Germany
What’s the most popular time for renting a car in Germany?
Discover Cars users search for cars in a lot of locations daily. We gathered this information in order to analyze car rental popularity in Germany. The most popular month is October, while the least popular is February.
Popularity of Car Rental in Germany by Monthly Searches
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
| Rental Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Global Rent a Car | Renault Clio | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| Global Rent a Car | Ford Focus 5d | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Alamo | Toyota Aygo | 3 | 2 | Small cars |
| Global Rent a Car | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Alamo | VW Golf | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| SIXT | VW Polo | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Alamo | Opel Corsa | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| Global Rent a Car | Ford Focus | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Enterprise | Toyota Aygo | 3 | 2 | Small cars |
| Enterprise | VW Golf | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
Our Customers Reviews
CV
France
VW Polo
September 7, 2020
A lot of roads were on work when I visited the city, which made the driving quite hard, but I appreciated very much visiting the region around Stuttgart, which is definitely worth to visit when coming to Germany. Konstanz and Sigmaringen were for example great places to visit.
HH
United Kingdom
VW Golf
August 28, 2019
Rental return was at the rear of the airport. Follow signs
Top 13 Suppliers in Germany in 2020
Keddy
+492203955880
MIETWAGENZENTRUM
Working hours
Mon:06:45-23:00
Tue:06:45-23:00
Wed:06:45-23:00
Thu:06:45-23:00
Fri:06:45-23:00
Sat:06:45-22:30
Sun:07:30-22:30
National
+4902203369800
Kennedystrasse Mietwagenzentr, Terminal 1, 51147 Köln
Alamo
+4902203369800
Koeln Airport, Kennedystraße, 51147 Köln
SIXT
+498966060060
Oberwiesenstraße 2a,
76829 Landau in der Pfalz
Enterprise
+4902203369800
Koeln Airport, Kennedystraße, 51147 Köln
Europcar
+492203955880
Kennedystrase, 51147 Köln, Europcar
Working hours
Mon:07:00-21:30
Tue:07:00-21:30
Wed:07:00-21:30
Thu:07:00-21:30
Fri:07:00-21:30
Sat:08:00-13:00
Sun:08:00-13:00
Avis
+492203402343
Flughafen Koeln Bonn, 51147 Koln, Germany
Working hours
Mon:08:00-21:00
Tue:08:00-21:00
Wed:08:00-21:00
Thu:08:00-21:00
Fri:08:00-21:00
Sat:09:00-14:00
Sun:09:00-19:00
Budget
+4969710445596
Flughafen Koln-Bonn
Working hours
Mon:08:00-21:00
Tue:08:00-21:00
Wed:08:00-21:00
Thu:08:00-21:00
Fri:08:00-21:00
Sat:09:00-14:00
Sun:09:00-19:00
Alamo
02203369800
Enterprise Rent A Car
Working hours
Mon:08:00-18:00
Tue:08:00-18:00
Wed:08:00-18:00
Thu:08:00-18:00
Fri:08:00-18:00
Sat:08:00-18:00
Sun:08:00-18:00
Buchbinder
+492203104270
Terminal 1 Mietwagenzentrum
51147 Köln
Working hours
Mon:08:00-18:00
Tue:08:00-18:00
Wed:08:00-18:00
Thu:08:00-18:00
Fri:08:00-18:00
Sat:11:00-15:00
Sun:07:30-22:30
Interrent
+492203104270
Köln Bonn Flughafen CGN, Terminal 1 Mietwagenzentrum, Germany
Working hours
Mon:08:00-18:00
Tue:08:00-18:00
Wed:08:00-18:00
Thu:08:00-18:00
Fri:08:00-18:00
Sat:11:00-15:00
Sun:07:30-22:30
Global Rent a Car
+492203104270
Terminal 1 Mietwagenzentrum,
51147 Koln, Germany
Working hours
Mon:08:00-18:00
Tue:08:00-18:00
Wed:08:00-18:00
Thu:08:00-18:00
Fri:08:00-18:00
Sat:11:00-15:00
Sun:12:00-16:00
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