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Where to rent a car in Germany
Most tourists in Germany start their trip here
Berlin
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Berlin Schoenefeld Airport (SXF)
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Berlin Tegel Airport (TXL)
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Bremen
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Bremen Airport (BRE)
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Cologne
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Cologne Airport (CGN)
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Dortmund
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Dortmund Airport (DTM)
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Dresden
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Dresden Airport (DRS)
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Dusseldorf
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Dusseldorf Airport (DUS)
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Frankfurt
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Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
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Hamburg
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Hamburg Airport (HAM)
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Hannover
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Hannover Airport (HAJ)
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Leipzig Airport (LEJ)
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Liepzig
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Munich
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Munich Airport (MUC)
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Nuremberg
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Nuremberg Airport (NUE)
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Stuttgart
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Stuttgart Airport (STR)
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Frequent Questions
Based on our in Germany experience, customers do not have any problems with the local police, you have every right to drive the rented car, provided you have a rental agreement and a driver's license with you.
Yes, it is possible. But only cars of the Compact and Comfort class categories and with a rental period of at least 3 days.
Various car rental companies in Germany are presented on our website. Some companies do have restrictions on the maximum age for renting, if so, it will be explicitly stated. If you wish, you can always further clarify this with the manager of the car rental company by contacting them directly through the website.
In this case, rental companies will not be able to provide you with a car. All companies have minimum period of driving experience and age restrictions. Exceptions are possible, but if at least one of the conditions is met and the renter really feels themselves confident behind the wheel. Contact us and we will clarify the possibility of rent for you.
It depends on the vehicle you choose. For some vehicles on our website, airport delivery will be free. For others, there will be an additional charge for this, depending on the car and the rental company. On our website, you always see detailed details of the rental amount.
In order to understand what this or that insurance covers when renting a car in Germany, hover the mouse cursor over the question mark - a hint will pop up, which will explain what exactly the car will be insured against. The conditions for providing insurance (included in the price or providing for a fee) depend on the specific local rental and the car that you rent through us.
The deposit for renting a car in Germany is in no way connected with the insurance of MTPL. For rental companies, a deposit is a guarantee of full and timely fulfillment of the terms of the contract by the tenant in terms of compensation for damage. In case of violation of any clause of the rental agreement, the rental company reserves the right to withhold a certain amount from the deposit. But in most cases it does without it.
You yourself determine which insurance options you need - it is your responsibility. Rentals in Germany by default insure the car only against damage to third parties (TPL), but sometimes also CDW with a franchise is included.
Contact us in the customer support chat in the lower right corner of the pages or simply write in response to the email with the voucher that you want to add Super CDW to your booking in Germany.
You decide which insurance options to purchase. Of course, the probability of an accident in Germany is minimal. However, if you want to feel calmer while traveling, we recommend taking extended insurance.
If you do not prioritize CDW or it does not go to your rented car by default, then you are not insured against damage to the car due to your own fault. You yourself decide on the insurance options you need when renting a car in Germany.
The amount of the deposit depends on the specific rental company and car. To check the amount of the deposit for Economy class cars in Germany, enter the rental dates in the search and use the filter "Car type: Economy". The amount of the deposit will be indicated on the page of each car.
Usually our clients in Germany receive their deposit back in full. Be careful when driving, and you will definitely receive your deposit back after returning the car. Double-check the fuel policy, if the car wash is included, etc.
The deposit is not negotiated. According to our booking rules, you need to agree to the terms of the rental company, including the amount of the deposit in order to rent a car in Germany. Remember that the deposit will be fully returned to you after you finish the rental, if there are no claims to the condition of the car on the return.
The way the process is organized, in fact, is the installment plan. When renting a car in Germany through us, you pay only 15-20%. cost when booking, and pay the remainder upon receipt. Or we didn't understand your question.
An advance payment is made in the amount of 15-20% of the booking amount. The rest of the amount is payable locally upon collection of the vehicle.
Yes, depending on the company and your needs, the cost of renting in Germany may be increased due to the cost of additional services, ordering additional equipment, insurance, and so on.
In theory, this is possible, but in practice, in Germany managers always meet you halfway and wait for the client.
According to the rules of the service, all changes must be made through support and accepted, and there should be a message in the chat or by email about that. Yes, the changes during the rent may both increase or decrease the total sum of the rent.
According to the rules of the service, all changes must be made through support and accepted, and there must be a message about that in the chat or by email. Such changes to the rental in Germany are possible 7 days before the date of car pick-up, otherwise, according to the conditions, you risk losing the prepayment made at the time of booking.
Cancellation and change conditions are the same for any rental made through our service. You can cancel your rental 7 days before your travel date. You can make minor changes to the rental in Germany, such as the pick-up location, additional options, no later than 24 hours in advance.
Through our website you can find cars with different capacities. You can always see the number of seats on the car page. If you require more than 5 seats, we recommend considering Minivans. All cars of the category Minivans in Germany you can see using the appropriate filter in the search. Select Car type => Minivans and the system will present you with free cars that may interest you.
You can check the availability of luxury cars in Germany for the dates you need using the appropriate filter in the search. Select Car type => Lux and the system will present you free cars that may interest you.
Yes, why not. Read reviews of convertible rental in Germany through us to find out about their experience. This can be easily done on our website on the page of a specific car.
No, it is not necessary. Through our service, you can pre-select rentals that will be able to bring the car to one locality, and pick it up from another. Use the search to find the options that suit you.
The usual national driving license of the main driver, if the international one is not required by the rental agreement for a specific car in Germany. This will always be stated in the conditions on the booking page. The additional driver is subject to the same requirements as the primary driver.
There will be no recalculation of the price from the rental side in Germany - it is fixed in the voucher for you. If you somehow modify your rental, purchase additional services or increase the rental period, then the total amount may change.
Yes, of course you can. When placing an order, you yourself choose the time of receipt and return from the available ones. Keep in mind that if the return hour is later than the pick-up hour, the difference even in 1 hour will be considered an additional rental day.
Subject to vehicle availability, this is possible. Contact us via our customer support chat or by email germany@localcarhires.com. We will check the possibility, try to make adjustments to your booking and coordinate them with the rental company in Germany.
Some companies may set a mileage limit per day or for the entire rental period in Germany. All conditions are known in advance, you can check this moment on the page of each manager on our website.
Car rental companies do not have penalties for early return. But you will hardly have to rely on recalculation - better plan the rental term in advance in Germany.
This will depend specifically on the car you choose, as well as how many people will be in the car. On average, the trunk of a minivan can fit up to 5 suitcases, but it is better to clarify this on the car page or through personal messages with the manager
Of course, information about the availability of an air conditioner can most often be found on the page of the car you are interested in in Germany. If it is not clear whether the car has air conditioning, you can also contact the manager to clarify such details.
All cars presented in Germany on our website are LHD. But you can see this if you look at the photos of the car - they are real.
Absolutely right. Confirmation from the payment service and a voucher from us. If you did not receive any of the emails, check your spam folder. If it is not there either, write to us at germany@localcarhires.com from the address that was specified when creating the order. We will send you a duplicate voucher.
The voucher for car rental in Germany includes the entire calculation of the rental cost, the dates and place of car receipt and return, the contacts of the client and the manager of the rental company, as well as the date until which it is possible to cancel the reservation with a return of the prepayment.
By the rules, yes. In this case, you need to wait for the police. But we will not abandon you in such a situation, but we will do everything possible so that you do not miss your flight.
If the breakdown is due to the fault of the renter, the cost of towing can be deducted from the customer's deposit, but in the event of a normal technical malfunction, the car rental price in Germany already includes breakdown assistance. A replacement or replacement car will be given immediately during the repair. If damage has occurred, suitable for the insured event, the manager of the rental company must be notified by phone as soon as possible. Then the manager will tell you what to do. In any case, the rental company in Germany will provide all the necessary support.
The conditions for the provision of any additional services, such as additional equipment in the car, child seats, insurance, pick-up service after hours, and others depend on the specific rental company. For many companies in Germany some or most of these options will be included in the rental price, while others will be paid. So it really depends on the specific car.
The total rental price may vary. The rental price per day in Germany will remain the same. However, if it is necessary to deliver the car to or from the locality you need, the company will ask for a separate amount for this. Likewise, if you need to rent your car outside of business hours, the total rental price will increase.
In general, of course, yes. But the rental price per day in Germany may increase as the car rental period decreases. Try to compare prices for different options, some companies provide cars for a longer period at very competitive rates.
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No, it is not necessary to have a dashboard camera in the car. You can try to order it additionally when making a car hire, sometimes this option is available.
The child seat for a kid less than one year old is an infant car seat. The child is lying in it. The infant car seat is similar to a stroller carry cot that can be attached to the back seat of a car in Germany.
You can check the availability and cost of the GPS navigator on the car booking page in Germany. Most often, this option is provided for a small additional cost.
You can try to estimate the capacity of the trunk by eye from photographs, if a photo is presented for the car you are interested in in Germany. If not, then the easiest way is to check with the manager in charge of the car, who will be happy to help and prompt you.
In the winter season, the car will be equipped according to local traffic rules in Germany. Only additional services and equipment are paid separately, which you can order as you wish.
No, unfortunately, some in Germany rentals do not allow their cars to go abroad. Accordingly, not all cars will be able to leave the country.
Of course we have a support chat in Germany, which you can open by clicking on the chat icon in the bottom right corner of the page. Write to us and we will be happy to help you.
Many cars can fit two adults. It depends on many other factors, such as the purpose of your trip, the number of passengers in the car, and others. It is better to contact us via the support chat and we will tell you what options are available for you in Germany.
The minimum engine displacement for driving on serpentines is perhaps 1.2 liters. But if there are more than 200 kg of passengers and luggage in the car, then this is +0.2 liters. If you take the car on the car, then this is +0.2 liters. And if you plan to stay in an apartment, which leads to a steep climb, then this will also require 0.2 liters to the minimum engine volume.
If price is not a key factor for you, we recommend that you pay attention to in Germany luxury / business cars, which are suitable for any trip, if you want a spacious cabin and are used to traveling in comfort.
Usually our clients in Germany do not have such problems. The managers of the rental company, Normally, speak several languages, at least at a basic level. Very often it is English, and sometimes Russian.
We have options for any budget in Germany. If rental price is an important factor for you, our search tools can help you. You can initially limit the price range, or sort the cars using the "Cheap first" filter.
If required by local regulation in Germany, the first aid kit will be in the car.
As for the speed limits on different sections, the manager of the rental company in Germany can give you more detailed advice,
When ordering a car in Germany through us, you are ordering a specific car, not a type of car (unless otherwise stated). This is our difference from other booking services. Therefore, yes, this is the car you will get. Replacement is possible only in case of force majeure and only with your consent. But such cases are the exception to the rule. Therefore, you can safely book a car.
No, the car will be delivered to you on time. It is enough just to be in the appointed place at the appointed time in Germany. If we have confirmed the rental, the rental company has received your order and left the car for you. But of course it's better to have your phone close at hand.
The name of a particular company is actually not that important. Only the manager's name is available in clear text. Contacts will be indicated in the voucher that you receive when booking a car in Germany through us.
We work carefully to select the most reliable in Germany rental companies with a high level of service for our clients. We choose according to the criteria of customer focus, experience in the market, a decent choice of cars and their prices, the availability of additional services ...
We try to answer as quickly as possible on car rental issues through us. If you write to us during business hours, you will most likely receive a response within a few minutes. Sometimes it may take up to 24 hours for a response.
No, there are enough Russian rental rights.
Yes, you can. Feel free to book.
We operate mostly in tourist destinations. For instance, you can rent a car in Hungary, find car rentals in Ireland and Israel. Many tourists want to rent a car in Italy with us. Start typing any location in search and you'll see where we operate.
All communication methods are available for you - you can contact us via the chat located in the lower right corner of the page or in Telegram, WhatsApp, Viber, Facebook.
Unfortunately, we do not have such a program yet. To get a car on the most favorable terms, we recommend our clients to book a car in advance and choose longer rental periods.
Yes, in the search you only see available cars. If the car was booked through our site earlier, it will disappear from the search and will not be displayed for your dates in Germany, if such a model is in one copy.
Video recorders for cars are provided quite rarely, and we usually do not have such information. But you can always contact the manager of the rental company through personal messages and clarify this aspect in advance.
In the search, you can set a certain price range, including setting the maximum rental amount per day. This will give you a list of car in Germanys that fit your budget.