How to Rent a Car in Germany
Relying on rail and bus networks when traveling can be inconvenient, while using taxis all the time can be expensive. Renting a car allows you to travel around where you want and when you want. You can rent a car in Germany from a number of car rental companies at different locations. You will need to provide proof of a driver's license and the rate will depend on the type of car and duration that you rent it for.
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Instructions
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Go online to a car rental company website (see Resources).
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Click on the "Find Location" button.
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Designate "Germany" as the country from a drop-down menu. Click on the German city where you would like to rent the car. A list of locations will be displayed. Click on the "Make Reservation" button to start the booking.
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Indicate the pickup time and date in the provided fields. Enter the return time and date in the provided fields. Designate where you will be picking the car up, and where you will be returning the car, if it is a different location. Click "Continue."
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Click on the make of car that you wish to rent from the options provided. Check any available options you would like such as child seats or GPS navigation. Check any coverages that you would like to have for the car.
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Enter your name, contact information and email address. If possible let the rental company know the flight details for your arrival in Germany. Click the "Reserve" button to make your reservation. Print out the receipt for your reservation.
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Go to the rental company office or airport desk. Give the agent your reservation receipt and driver's license. You will be required to provide a credit card for payment.
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Tips & Warnings
You must be at least 18 to rent a car in Germany and have held your license for between one and three years depending on the car rental category. The car rental category might have a higher age limit depending on the type of car. Drivers ages 18 to 22 must purchase "Collision Damage Waiver" with their rental and drivers under 25 may incur a "young driver" surcharge.
You do not need an International Driving Permit to drive in Germany if your license is worded in English. However, if you want to visit neighboring countries then you will need to have one. These are available from motoring organizations.
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