Strasbourg car rental guide
Top 10 Car Rental Companies in Strasbourg
The best car rental companies in Strasbourg are Sixt, ADA, Europcar. Prices start from €25/day for an economy car, the minimum age is 21, and airport pickup adds about 10%.
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Top 10 rental companies in Strasbourg
Ranked by customer rating, price transparency and pickup convenience. Each opens a pre-filled search.
#1
Sixt
Editor’s pickFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€28/day
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#2
Hertz
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€30/day
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#3
Avis
Top ratedFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€27/day
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#4
Budget
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €250Min age 21Free cancellationAirport
From€24/day
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#5
Europcar
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€26/day
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#6
Enterprise
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€29/day
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#7
Alamo
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirport
From€26/day
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#8
National
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€31/day
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#9
ADA
Local pickFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €200Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€21/day
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Prices are indicative market estimates · Last checked 2026-07-21 · 2 public sources (DiscoverCars + market data)
Price guide
Prices by car type in Strasbourg
| Car type | From / day | Example | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | €25 | Renault Clio | 4 |
| Compact | €30 | Peugeot 308 | 5 |
| SUV | €45 | Peugeot 3008 | 5 |
| Minivan (7-seat) | €60 | Citroën Berlingo | 7 |
| Luxury | €88 | Mercedes C-Class | 5 |
Pickup locations
Where to pick up a car in Strasbourg
Airport — Strasbourg Airport (SXB)
Strasbourg Airport has limited routes, so many travelers instead fly into Frankfurt (FRA) or Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL/MLH), both roughly 1.5–2 hours away, and drive in via the A35 or A5.
Downtown — Strasbourg city center
Downtown desks near Strasbourg-Ville train station serve visitors arriving by TGV who want a car for exploring the Alsace Wine Route and villages beyond the tram network.
Fees
Fees at a glance
| Fee | Typical amount | When it applies |
|---|---|---|
| Airport surcharge | ~10% of base rate | SXB airport pickup |
| Young-driver fee (21–24) | €12–24/day | Drivers under 25 |
| Additional driver | €6–9/day | Per extra driver |
| Cross-border drive fee | often included, verify | Crossing into Germany or Switzerland, both a short drive away |
| Low-emission zone compliance (ZFE) | Crit'Air vignette required | Driving inside Strasbourg's Zone à Faibles Émissions |
| Refundable deposit | €200–450 | Standard hold at pickup |
Local intelligence
Things to know before renting in Strasbourg
- Strasbourg sits directly on the French-German border, and many visitors combine a rental car trip with day drives into Germany's Black Forest or across into Switzerland, both under 2 hours away.
- The city center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a strict low-emission zone (ZFE) requiring a Crit'Air vignette — check the rental car's rating before entering central Strasbourg.
- Strasbourg Airport (SXB) has limited international routes, so many travelers instead fly into Frankfurt or Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg and drive in, typically 1.5–2 hours.
- A car is the standard way to drive the Alsace Wine Route, a roughly 170 km road through villages like Colmar, Riquewihr, and Eguisheim that have minimal train connections.
- The historic Grande Île and Petite France districts are largely pedestrianized with canals and narrow medieval streets, so most visitors park in a garage at the edge of downtown and explore on foot.
- Strasbourg's famous Christmas markets (late November–December) bring heavy traffic and full parking garages downtown, so early booking and park-and-ride use are recommended during that period.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about renting a car in Strasbourg
Do you need a car in Strasbourg?
Not for the historic center, which is compact, walkable, and served by an excellent tram network. A car becomes valuable for the Alsace Wine Route and cross-border trips to Germany or Switzerland.
Should I fly into Strasbourg or another airport?
Strasbourg Airport (SXB) has limited routes. Many visitors fly into Frankfurt (FRA) or Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL/MLH) instead and drive in, about 1.5–2 hours.
Do I need a Crit'Air vignette to drive in Strasbourg?
Yes, the city center falls within a low-emission zone (ZFE) that requires a valid Crit'Air sticker — check your rental car's classification before driving in.
Is the Alsace Wine Route easy to do by car?
Yes, it's the main reason many visitors rent a car here — villages like Riquewihr and Eguisheim along the route have minimal train service.
Where do you park in Strasbourg's old town?
The Grande Île and Petite France districts are largely pedestrian. Most visitors use one of the parking garages just outside the historic core.
Can I drive to Germany or Switzerland from Strasbourg?
Yes, both are close — the German border is a few minutes away and Basel, Switzerland is under 2 hours, making cross-border day trips popular.
What is the cheapest car type in Strasbourg?
Economy cars like a Renault Clio start around €25/day. For a family trip along the Wine Route, a 7-seat minivan starts around €60/day.
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