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Car hire in Austria with Sixt
Car rental in Austria is easy and convenient when you choose Sixt. We have 16 car rental stations in all the major cities including Vienna, Salzburg, Linz and Innsbruck. Some of the stations are based at airport terminals for the convenience of travellers arriving in Austria by air. A variety of vehicle types are available, including luxury cars, economy cars, vans and sports cars.You can customise your car hire by adding optional extras such as additional drivers, child seats, and sat nav. 24-hour pickup and return is available at some of the stations to make life easy for you.
Tips for driving in Austria
Before you pick up your Sixt car hire in Austria it is a good idea to research the rules of the road.
- The driving laws are similar to those in other countries - you must observe speed limits, obey traffic signs and wear seat belts at all times.
- Children under 14 who are less than 150 cm tall must sit in an appropriate child seat - Sixt can provide this for you if necessary.
- It's compulsory for all drivers in Austria to carry a reflective jacket in their car in case of an accident or breakdown - this will be included with your car hire.
The speed limit for cars in built-up areas is 31 mph, on dual carriageways it's 62 mph, and on motorways it's 80 mph.
- Children under 14 who are less than 150 cm tall must sit in an appropriate child seat - Sixt can provide this for you if necessary.
- It's compulsory for all drivers in Austria to carry a reflective jacket in their car in case of an accident or breakdown - this will be included with your car hire.
The speed limit for cars in built-up areas is 31 mph, on dual carriageways it's 62 mph, and on motorways it's 80 mph.
Things to see with your car rental in Austria
With Sixt car rental in Austria you can get around at your own pace. Whether your visit is for business or pleasure, you will be able to get where you need to go without having to rely on public transport. In Vienna you can get a taste of Austria's rich cultural history by looking round the various museums, such as the Kunsthistorisches Museum and The Third Man Museum. You can treat yourself to some traditional Austrian food in the city's many restaurants - why not try the classic Wiener schnitzel or a hearty dumpling soup? Or if you prefer the countryside to the city, Austria is home to some stunning Alpine scenery and quaint villages. With car hire in Austria you have the freedom to plan the trip that suits you.
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Good to know when renting in Austria
Car rental under 25 in Austria
The minimum age for a car rental is 18, although some car categories may have a higher minimum age. A young driver surcharge applies to those under 25.
Documents you need to rent a car in Austria
All renters will need a valid driver’s license and an ID or passport. If your license uses a non-Roman alphabet like Cyrillic or Arabic, you will also need an international driving permit.
One-way car rental in Austria
One-way rentals between SIXT stations are allowed. Additional fees may apply.
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Customer reviews & feedback
4.4
Based on 14795 reviews
The way to Sixt
(4.7)
At the Sixt branch
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Vehicle handover
(4.5)
Mister X (Austrian Guide 0.
(5.0)
Tiptop
Ed C.
(4.0)
Good service
Efraim M.
(5.0)
Grossartiger Service, bin hochzufrieden
Richard K.
(5.0)
Nettes Personal.
Tobias Hermann L.
(5.0)
Super Service
Cobey R.
(5.0)
If you are headed to Weiz or any of the surrounding areas, this is the place to rent a bigger better vehicle. I was staying in small town where rental options are very limited and needed a large SUV. Rather than paying excessive airport pickup convenience fees (several hundred €/$) at VIE, I hopped on the train to Weiz Zentrum to pickup same lux SUV (BMW X5) for half the price.
FYI... The SIXT agency is located inside the Opal dealership and the sign is not easily visible from the road. My SIXT agent, Winklebauer, was awesome! He made sure everything was tip top before letting me take off in my big "American dream car".
I will definitely be renting from here every time I'm in SW Austria.
L- R.
(5.0)
Nice and friendly staff. Good place to rent a car ☺
Fgs M.
(5.0)
very friendly and fast for their services. excellent car.
Roni W.
(5.0)
The service was really good, a surprise after other feedbacks I've received recently (although from other Sixt stores, not this one from Dornbirn). The clerk was nice, explained everything I needed and with something really important nowadays: patience!!! He actually called me explaining the direction where the office was situated (it was located inside a hotel sometime ago and changed to an "external" office from this same hotel building). In summary, well paid, great service, I will return whenever I need.
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FAQs about rentals in Austria
Cross-border travel
You can take certain car categories into certain European countries, depending on the zone the country falls into. A foreign use charge applies.
Accepted payment methods
We accept all major credit cards, which must be in the renter’s name. We do not accept cash or prepaid cards.
Flexible rental options
Choose the Pay Later option when booking and cancel your reservation free of charge if your plans change.
What's the minimum age to rent a car in Austria?
To rent a car with SIXT at Austria you need to be at least 18 with a valid license. Some car categories have a higher minimum rental age, and an underage driver fee may apply.
Can I modify, extend, or cancel my reservation?
At SIXT you can either pay online or when you pick up your car in Austria.
What documents do I need to rent a car in Austria?
You need a valid driver’s license held for at least 1 year, depending on the car category. You might also need an International Driving Permit or official translation of the license.
Can I book a long-term car rental in Austria?
Whether you’re planning to stay in Austria or travel beyond, it’s easy to reserve a long-term rental. Enter your trip dates and pick-up/drop-off locations and we’ll find you affordable long-term car rental deals.
Do I need to purchase insurance or protection packages with my rental in Austria?
A damage waiver is included with your car rental. You can add other protection products to reduce your excess.
Explore our car rental locations in Austria
- Carinthia
- Dornbirn
- Gerasdorf bei Wien
- Graz
- Innsbruck
- Kitzbühel
- Klagenfurt
- Lake Constance
- Linz
- Salzburg
- Styria
- Tyrol
- Vienna
- Villach-Fuernitz
- Vorarlberg
- Weiz
- Wien-Schwechat
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Check out our airport locations in Austria
- Graz Airport
- Innsbruck Airport
- Klagenfurt Airport
- Linz-Hoersching Airport
- Salzburg Airport
- St.Gallen/Altenrhein Airport
- Vienna-Schwechat Airport
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