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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Heidelberg
- Car hire in Heidelberg is one of the most popular ways to explore the city and surrounding areas. You'll get the chance to visit beautiful old villages and a well-preserved German history that's unlike many other places, as well as head out to some of the top nearby attractions, cities and towns. One of the best places to visit nearby is Rothenburg, a popular medieval village. There is no direct train line serving many of the villages, so car hire in Heidelberg is one of the only ways to explore these areas.
- Mannheim Airport (MHG) is one of the best places to pick up your Heidelberg car hire because it's likely to be your arrival and departure point, so you won't have to rely on public transport there and back. Although there are no car hire desks located at the airport itself, there are two internationally known companies and one local company that'll meet you at the airport with the car you ordered online. SIXT and Europcar are the two international companies, and App2Drive is the local company.
- Heidelberg is a city in Germany on a mission to become emission-free. So, you should find a car hire in Heidelberg that is electric or a hybrid and comes with a green badge; otherwise, you won't be able to drive in the city. Car hire here is best used for road trips out of the city to surrounding areas. The city itself is well served by public transport, with various parking spaces available close to the train stations that'll take you into the heart of the city.
- If you're driving an electric car or low-emission vehicle in the city, there aren't many difficulties other than finding parking during the busier days of the week: the weekends. Because the city aims to be emission-free, there is ample public transport available, so you'll need to be aware of buses and trams. Pedestrians are cautious but it always helps to keep an eye out for them. Make sure you obey the rules of the road and the speed limits to avoid problems with local authorities.
- Book your rental car in Heidelberg at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Economy rental cars in Heidelberg are around 46% cheaper than other car types, on average
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FAQs about renting a car in Heidelberg
How much is gas price in Heidelberg?
The average gas price in Heidelberg is 25.40 ﷼ per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between 305 ﷼ and 406 ﷼, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular rental car in Heidelberg?
Economy (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Heidelberg.
Which car rental companies are at Frankfurt airport (FRA)?
The only car rental company onsite at Frankfurt airport is Alamo.
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Frankfurt airport (FRA)?
The only car rental company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Frankfurt airport to off-airport locations is Alamo.
How can I find car rentals near me in Heidelberg?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does an Economy car rental cost in Heidelberg?
An Economy car rental in Heidelberg costs 114 ﷼ per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Heidelberg?
An Intermediate car rental in Heidelberg costs 210 ﷼ per day, on average.
What type of car is recommended for driving in Heidelberg?
The roads and traffic in Heidelberg are sufficient enough to accommodate all car types in the city but the entire city has become a low-emission zone, which means your car hire in Heidelberg must be a vehicle that produces a minimum level of air pollution and falls under a Euro 1 (petrol) or Euro 4 (diesel) class of emissions. To be safe regarding this, make sure your car hire comes with a green badge and choose an electric or hybrid model if possible. Larger vehicles, passenger vans and minibuses will not be allowed entry into the city.
What’s the speed limit in Heidelberg?
Most of Heidelberg's speed limits are the same as the rest of Germany, so you'll need to be aware of them regardless of where you drive in the country. The standard inner city limit is 50 km/h, which will be the same in any built-up area. If you're driving on major motorways, the speed limit is usually 100 km/h. The only time to observe different limits is when it's signposted. There are parts of Heidelberg that have a limit of 70 km/h, and there are highways around the area with limits above 100 km/h.
Where are the best places to park in Heidelberg?
The inner city of Heidelberg is a car-free and no-parking zone for everyone without a permit. Only residents who live there and need to be there with a vehicle will have a permit. You'll find free parking in and around Altstadt, which are the blue parking zones. These allow for 2-3 hours of free parking if you have a blue parking disk. You'll also find free parking on the outskirts, in areas near Messe and Kirchheimer Way. There are underground parking facilities available near the Metro and train stations outside the city, which'll charge you. You'll leave your car there and use public transport to the city.
Heidelberg car rental reviews and directory All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car rental booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Budget
10.0
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10.0
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10.0
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10.0
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6.0
2 locations in Heidelberg
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Haberstrasse 4
+49 4962 2122215
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Avis
10.0
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10.0
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10.0
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10.0
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10.0
One location in Heidelberg
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Haberstrasse 4
+49 6221 22215
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Nov 2023
Economy
Sixt
7.3
Good
Read 3 reviewsCleanliness
8.6
Comfort
7.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.3
Value for money
7.3
One location in Heidelberg
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Hebelstr. 1
+49 89 66060060
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jul 2023
Minivan
10.0 Wonderful
Bruce, May 2023
Standard
10.0 Wonderful
Jeff, May 2022
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
5.0
Fair
Read 4 reviewsCleanliness
7.0
Comfort
6.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.3
Value for money
5.6
One location in Heidelberg
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Carl-benz-strasse 2
+49 6221 433980
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8.0 Very good
Alex, Jun 2024
Premium station wagon
8.0 Very good
Lori, Sep 2023
Compact station wagon
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, May 2023
Full-size station wagon
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, May 2022
Thrifty
6.4
Okay
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
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2.0
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4.0
One location in Heidelberg
Locations in Heidelberg
Pleikartsfoerster Str 116
+49 6221 23434
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BUCHBINDER
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One location in Heidelberg
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Bergheimer Strasse 159
+49 203 860510
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Bergheimer Str. 159
+49 4962 2153990
Willy-brandt-platz 5
+49 4962 2153990
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Pleikartsfoerster Str. 116
+49 6221 23434
Wiily Brandt Plz 5, Db Reise C
+49 6221 23434
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Eppelheimer Str. 18-20
+49 180 6 666666
Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof
+49 180 6 260250
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Bergheimer Str. 159
+49 6221 53990
Hebelstraße 1
+49 4920 3860510
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Willy-brandt-platz 5
+49 6221 53 990
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Pleikartsfoerster Str 116
+49 6221 23434
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9, Haberstr.
+49 6221 316900
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WILLY-BRANDT-PLATZ 5 DB Reisezentrum
+49 6221 53990
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Heidelberg car rental information
| Pick-up location | Heidelberg |
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| Rental locations | 25 |
| Airport locations | 0 |