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4.5
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4.5 stars from 1,886 reviews in Salzburg.
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Our 2 locations in SIXT Salzburg make renting a car hassle-free.
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Our top branches in Salzburg

4.6
Salzburg Airport
24h Return
Christian-Doppler-Platz
Salzburg
5020
Austria
4.4
Salzburg Centre
24h Return
gegenüber von Hausnr. 3 Robinigstrasse 10
Salzburg
5020
Austria

Our services at Salzburg

SIXT Car Rental in Salzburg

Those traveling to this idyllic Austrian city can pick up a car rental in Salzburg from one of our convenient SIXT locations, including at the Salzburg Airport (SZG) and in the city center. Make the rental your own by adding bookable extras like GPS or child car seats.

Known as the city of music, there’s plenty to see and do. Get a car rental in Salzburg to ensure that you can discover it all. We have a large fleet of premium vehiclesso you can find what you need.

Driving Tips for Salzburg

If you rent a car in Salzburg, you’ll have access to everything this beautiful city has to offer. Keep the following in mind for an easy drive:

  • Parking: Parking in the city center can be challenging, as signage is unclear, and spots are limited. It’s best to park at a Park + Ride lot on the outskirts and take public transport into the city.
  • Road conditions: Salzburg is nestled in the mountains. The roads in the area are generally in good condition, but if you leave the city itself you will encounter many narrow and winding roads.
  • Toll roads: All of the highways in Austria are toll roads, but they are cashless and require a vignette, or a prepaid sticker on the windshield. Ask about our prepaid toll program for more information.
  • Speed limits: Within the city of Salzburg, you will need to drive at a speed of 50 km/h (31 mph), while outside the city the speed limit is 100 km/h (62 mph).

Best places to visit in and around Salzburg

A rental car in Salzburg allows you to explore the city and the region at large at your own pace. Be sure not to miss these attractions while you’re in town:

  • Fortress Hohensalzburg: This medieval fortress sits atop Festungsberg mountain and is visible from the rest of the city below. You can explore the grounds of the fortress and visit the museum.
  • Mozart’s birthplace: The birthplace of this famous composer is located in the heart of the city at Getreidegasse 9 and now serves as a museum in his honor.
  • Day trip to the Eagle’s Nest: The Eagle’s Nest, Hitler’s former vacation spot, is just a 45-minute drive across the border into Germany. Here, you’ll find plenty of hiking and gorgeous scenery, as well as a restaurant and other attractions.

Explore these and many more things to do in Salzburg, and if you’re visiting during the holiday season, check out one of the best Christmas markets in Europe.

Customer reviews & feedback

4.5
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What our customers are saying

4.8
Vehicle handover
4.7
At the SIXT branch
4.6
The way to SIXT
AlexeiX K.
5.0
Shlomo Sixt Salzburg office very good service. Very recommended!
Ian J.
5.0
Sixt agent Ramzy provided 5-star service, going above and beyond to ensure I had the absolute perfect car rental experience. I highly recommend this location for its friendly staff and excellent car selection. Well done to the Sixt team in Salzburg!
Alexei K.
5.0
In my case it was very good experience. But keep in mind that in my case was included loss damage waiver for collision damages, scratches insurance. So all was good. I pickup my rent car (VW T-Cross) from the Saltsburg and returned can few days after in the Vienna Airport. During the pick up of the car, agent tell me that checking the car dents and scratches not relevant for me due to that I have insurance for this kind of the incidents. Return experience was fast but without of damage checking by the stuff, just park car in returning aria and leave keys inside, that's all. Soon I was received SMS with informed me that car is returned. In conclusions I recommending to take insurance for scratches during rent period and all will be fine.

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

Good to know when renting in Salzburg

What's the minimum age to rent a car in Salzburg?
To rent a car with SIXT in Salzburg 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?
You can modify, extend, or cancel your reservation in Salzburg through your manage booking section or through the app.
Can I choose a different drop-off location in Salzburg?
It is possible to rent a car one way between stations for pick-ups in Salzburg. A fee may apply.
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.