Experience Germany with a Hire Car from Auto Europe
About Germany: From the magnificent Zugspitze mountain in Bavaria to the untouched North Sea beaches of Helgoland archipelago, Germany is a country that offers much to discover. Old European charm and modern, cosmopolitan cities combine to create a culture that is uniquely German.
What to do: Taste local wines from Kaiserstuhl vineyards in the Black Forest and join a local "Wandern" club as they hike through the Paderborn region. Enjoy a concert in Bremen with the Deutsche Kammerphilharmonie, or dance the night away at the centre of the European techno scene in Berlin. Cheer on your football team at Munich's futuristic Allianz stadium, or drive across the Hohenzollern Bridge in Cologne at night for a magnificent view of the Kölner Dom (The Cologne Cathedral). Test your sailing skills at the prestigious Kiel Week, or marvel at the post-war stained glass windows by Marc Chagall in the Church of St Stephan in Mainz. Pick up your hire car at Frankfurt Airport, and visit the Mercedes factory in Stuttgart on your way to the BMW factory in Bavaria, or visit Hamburg, the birthplace of Johannes Brahms. Or experience Oktoberfest festival in Munich testing a huge variety of beers.
Where to drive: Enjoy one of the longest established scenic drives, the Germany Castle Road which is lined with 70 medieval castles and palaces. Drive along the Neckar River Valley from Heidelberg and admire its famous castle and University. Or drive along Fairly Tale Road from the town of Hanau and discover charming medieval villages and romantic castle. The last stop is Bremen, home of the Bremen town musicians. Visit the main landmark "Roland" a statue which symbolizes the liberty of the Bremen citizens.
Auto Europe offers several pick up locations and a large rental car fleet, so finding a car rental in Germany is both easy and economical.
Germany Airport Information
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
- Location: 12kms (8 miles) southwest of Frankfurt city centre.
- Flights from UK: Flybe, bmi, Luftansa, Air Seyschelles, British Airways.
- Car hire companies: Terminal 1, Arrival hall A and in Terminal 2 on level 3.
- Airport news: A third terminal is under construction and an addition of a third runway with maintenance facility for the A380. Airbus.
Berlin-Tegel Airport (TXL)
- Location: 8kms (5 miles) northwest of Berlin.
- Flights from UK: bmi, Lufthansa, Air Berlin, British Airways.
- Car hire companies: Pavilion in front of Terminal A.
Advice on car hire in Germany with Auto Europe
Whether you need a hire car for your holiday abroad, or simply wish to rent a car for business, we want to give you a few tips to make your car hire in Germany easier with Auto Europe.
- Prior to arriving at your destination, review on the booking confirmation the name of your supplier (e.g. Europcar, Avis, Hertz, etc.)
- Present your passport, voucher, credit card and driving license. Some countries (especially countries outside Europe) also insist all drivers carry an International Driving Permit.
- Please check and read the term and conditions with the supplier to ensure there are no surprise payments when you collect your car (e.g. If you are driving to a different country such as Belgium, check your policy covers this.)
- Ensure the car hire contract includes a very accurate description of the condition of the car (e.g. any damage, scratches, etc.)
- Check the vehicle is carrying the required safety equipment for the country you are travelling to.
- Review the fuel policy with the supplier. Normally, all vehicles must be returned as full as they were given or you will be charged the refill amount.
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