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Germany, affectionately referred to as Deutschland by its inhabitants, is a nation where ancient cathedrals stand alongside high-tech factories. The beauty of its ancient castles, bustling urban centres, and world-famous beer captivates travellers from every corner of the globe.
A well-developed roadway network makes driving around in a car hire from Germany the best way to explore the local culture and scenery. Rent a car with Dollar Car Rental and embark on iconic German road trips, such as the Fairy Tale Road, which starts in Hanau, the hometown of the Brothers Grimm, and spans over 600 km with sites that have inspired world-famous fairy tales. Rent a car in Germany to explore more such enchanting locations at your own pace, stopping as you wish to soak in the magic and history along the way.
Discover budget-friendly vehicles for unforgettable travels*
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* Rates include tax and are based on a 7 days car rental from 05-01-2026 - 12-01-2026
To get a car hire in Germany, you need to be at least 21 years old, though you can drive at 18. If your licence isn't from a European country, you should also have an international driving permit.
If your car breaks down, place a warning triangle 30 metres behind your vehicle and call 110, the emergency number in Germany. They can connect you to an English-speaking advisor. Emergency telephones are available every 2 kilometres along the motorways.
You must carry a valid driving licence from your home country, proof of identification such as a passport, a motor insurance certificate, and the vehicle's V5 registration document when driving a car hire in Germany.
In Germany, you always drive on the right side of the road and overtake on the left. Traffic from the right usually has priority at crossroads and junctions.
Winter tyres are mandatory in Germany during wintry conditions, including snow, slush, hail, ice, or frost. Ensure your vehicle is equipped with winter tyres to comply with local laws and ensure your safety.
FOR RENTALS IN ITALY - from 15th Nov to 15th Apr many cities in specific Italian regions are required by law to restrict rentals to only those vehicles equipped with snow chains or winter tyres. To comply with these regulations, Dollar equipped vehicles with snow chains - the price is included in the rental charges as Winterisation fee. Hence, for these vehicles there’s NO NEED TO BOOK snow chains as Extra.
IMPORTANT: Please check the rate details of your quotation on the right of this web page to verify if your booking includes Winterisation fee before booking snow chains in Italy.