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4.6
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4.6 stars from 1,971 reviews in Essen.
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4.6
Essen Limbecker Platz
24h Return
Ostfeldstr. 9
Essen
45127
Germany
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Our services at Essen

Essen Car Rental Deals

Get around Germany in ease with a car rental from SIXT in Essen. We offer affordable rates on a diverse fleet of premium vehicles. Whether you want an economy or luxury rent a car, we have an up-to-date vehicle to meet your budget and mobility needs.

Car rental in Essen, Germany

Available from our rent a car fleet in Essen is a variety of vehicles from some of the best car manufacturers in the world. Browse our selection of compact cars and sedans, sports cars and convertibles, SUVs and vans and book your choice online or over the phone. You can also take advantage of our great deals on useful add ons to upgrade your Essen car rental. You can include optional features such as a GPS, child seat, an additional driver coverage and more to help you have a more optimal drive. Please be advised reservations are only guaranteed for the car category and not to receive an specific car model.

Things to see and do in and around Essen

Essen, situated on the River Ruhr, is one of Germany's largest cities. Here you can visit a range of attractions old and new, historic and industrial. Pay a visit to one of the most beautiful coal mines in the world, the Zeche Zollverein, a listed UNESCO World Heritage Site. By contrast be sure to visit the 14th century Essener Munster Cathedral and St. Ludgerus Basilica. You can use your rent a car to tour around the city, visit fantastic cultural institutions like the Folkwang Museum, and spend time at the Grugapark botanical garden. There is also the old town of Werden to check out or you can make a day trip from Essen to Lake Baldeney. Wherever you go in or around Essen, get there in comfort and style with Sixt. Enjoy your trip to Germany to the fullest with a reliable rent a car!

Customer reviews & feedback

4.6
4.551664
Based on 1971 reviews
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What our customers are saying

4.8
Vehicle handover
4.8
At the SIXT branch
4.7
The way to SIXT
Dennis S.
5.0
Sixt in Essen am limbeckerplatz is my go-to station for my rental cars. The agents are attentive and polite. The cars I rent there are typically relatively new with low mileage.
S.
5.0
Top Service!
Carlo C.
5.0
Friendly and accommodating staff!

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

Good to know when renting in Essen

What's the minimum age to rent a car in Essen?
To rent a car with SIXT in Essen 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 Essen through your manage booking section or through the app.
Can I choose a different drop-off location in Essen?
It is possible to rent a car one way between stations for pick-ups in Essen. 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.

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