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4.6
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4.6 stars from 305,352 reviews in Germany.
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Our 29 SIXT Germany airport locations make renting a car hassle-free.
Drive across borders
Unleash your wanderlust with our Germany rentals.

Places to start your journey in Germany

Munich
Berlin
Hamburg
Frankfurt
Cologne
Nuremberg
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Discover Germany

Rent a car in Germany with Sixt

Car hire in Germany is a simple business thanks to Sixt; our offices across the country mean that visitors to Germany can easily arrange to hire a vehicle. Car rental in Germany from Sixt also means that you will be able to choose from some great additions including LDW Insurance and unlimited mileage when driving around Germany, allowing you the freedom to explore. We can even offer a number of different car rental vehicles to choose from, including convertibles and 4x4s.

Driving Rules in Germany

  • The German road network is exceptionally well-maintained and so Sixt car hire in Germany drivers can be almost certain that their trip will go smoothly. However just to help further, here are a few tips on driving a car rental in Germany
  • Drivers should remember that in Germany you must drive on the right hand side of the road
  • Speed limits on German roads are displayed in kilometres
  • German roads are divided by size which are denoted on maps using the letter B (for major roads) and L (for smaller rural routes); the motorway network is known as the Autobahn
  • Some sections of the German motorway network do not have any maximum speed limit
  • Finally, remember to stay aware and check for any special circumstances that may affect travel during the time of your visit to Germany.

Places to visit when using your car hire in Germany

Visitors to Germany can use their car hire vehicle to really explore this fascinating country. The capital city Berlin makes an ideal starting point for anybody as it is a place full of interesting historical monuments. Amongst the most popular sights are the remains of the Berlin Wall and the Brandenburg Gate. A short drive from Berlin is the region of Saxony. This area is perfect for a day-out. A road trip through some particularly beautiful scenery awaits anybody with access to a reliable Sixt car rental vehicle. Further to the south, drivers can head down the autobahn to the city of Munich, a major destination for tourists, especially during the annual Oktoberfest. All these places can now be explored in comfort thanks to car rental in Germany with Sixt.Visitors to Germany can use their car hire vehicle to really explore this fascinating country. The capital city Berlin makes an ideal starting point for anybody as it is a place full of interesting historical monuments. Amongst the most popular sights are the remains of the Berlin Wall and the Brandenburg Gate. A short drive from Berlin is the region of Saxony. This area is perfect for a day-out. A road trip through some particularly beautiful scenery awaits anybody with access to a reliable Sixt car rental vehicle. Further to the south, drivers can head down the autobahn to the city of Munich, a major destination for tourists, especially during the annual Oktoberfest. All these places can now be explored in comfort thanks to car rental in Germany with Sixt.* more than 450 Locations in Germany

Customer reviews & feedback

4.6
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What our customers are saying

4.8
Vehicle handover
4.7
The way to SIXT
4.7
At the SIXT branch
Daniel M.
5.0
Thanks for sixt team for your attention and help. I could arrive on time at 23:25h before the office was closed and everything was perfectly organized.
n.
5.0
Best car rental experience.
Sandra R.
4.0
Good experience. Picked up vehicle that I reserved online. No problems. It was a moving van - I had to go get someone to show me how the lift gate worked, but someone was able to help me promptly. I did pre-check in, but still had to wait in line. Staff were nice at both check in and return. All documents pertaining to rental received in my email with no surprises. They even reimbursed me for the ad blu I had to buy (I drove 495 km, so it was a lot). I picked up the vehicle by taking the train to the location. Very easy access.

*Our Customer Excitement Score is based on a survey sent to all customers who booked in Germany. The score is an average of all customer responses.

Good to know when renting in Germany

One-way car rental in Germany

A one-way rental is generally possible between SIXT stations in Germany. A fee may apply.

Borders

There are territorial restrictions divided into three zones. Which countries you can enter with your SIXT rental from Germany depends on your chosen car category.

Car rental under 25 in Germany

The minimum age to rent a car is 18, with a young driver fee for those under 23. Some car categories may have a higher minimum age for rental.

Yes. Additional drivers must be named in the rental contract, as only listed drivers are permitted to drive. Original driving licences must be presented at vehicle pick-up for all additional drivers. A fee applies per additional driver, unless you book the "multiple driver flat rate", which covers any number of additional drivers for a single flat fee.

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