Car Hire Strasbourg Train Station

You’ll find our Avis counter at Strasbourg Station located in the arrivals hall. When you leave the train, please look for signs to the car rentals area. You’ll be collecting your vehicle from our dedicated Avis car parking area which is located close by and easily reached on foot.
 

Our car rental agency at Strasbourg Station offers a selection of vehicles suitable for city driving, business trips and longer journeys. You can choose a practical city car for navigating Strasbourg, a comfortable sedan or an SUV offering more space. Additional equipment is also available including GPS, child seats plus additional driver options.

Ahead of your Avis car hire at Strasbourg Train Station, you can enjoy discounts of up to 10% on your booking plus fast-track service and exclusive offers when you join Avis Preferred, our free loyalty scheme.

Can I drop off my rental car after hours at Strasbourg Station?
Yes, there is 24-hour drop-off available at Strasbourg Station using the secured Avis key drop.

Can I pick up my rental car at Strasbourg Station and return it to another location?
Yes. One-way car rental with Avis makes travel easy. You can collect your car at Strasbourg Station and return it to another Avis office depending on your travel plans.

What are the age requirements for hiring a car at Strasbourg Station?
The minimum age to rent a car in France is 21. A young driver surcharge may apply to drivers under 25, and certain premium vehicle groups may have higher age restrictions.

Is it worth hiring a car at Strasbourg Station?
Collecting a rental car at Strasbourg Station makes Strasbourg and the wider north eastern France region easily accessible without the need to rely on public transport.

What type of vehicle should I choose to get around Strasbourg? A compact car is generally suitable for city driving and parking in Strasbourg. For greater comfort on longer journeys, a sedan or SUV may be more appropriate.
 

If you are driving in Strasbourg for the first time, it’s helpful to familiarise yourself with French road rules. Some key points include:

Traffic around Strasbourg is generally free flowing but roads are naturally busiest during rush hour. It is advisable to allow extra time for journeys in the morning and late afternoon.

• Low emissions: There are several low emissions (ZFE) traffic zones around Strasbourg and these require a Crit'Air sticker.
• Speed Limits: Generally, 50km/h in urban areas, 80km/h on two-lane regional roads, and 130km/h on motorways (110km/h in rain).
• Overtaking: Drive on the right and overtake on the left.
• No Headphones: It is strictly forbidden to use headphones or earbuds while driving.

With a rental car from Strasbourg Station, you can easily explore a region rich in heritage and scenic natural landscapes. From the train station, the centre of Strasbourg is easily accessible, ideal as the starting point for your stay.

Drive for 10 minutes via the Boulevard de Lyon from Strasbourg Train Station, and you’ll reach the centre of Strasbourg. The capital of the Alsace region, the city is close to the border between Germany and France.

The picturesque Petite France Quarter is a great place to start your visit. Here you’ll see perfect examples of half-timbered houses dating back to the 16th century. The gothic Notre Dame cathedral is also found here, with its impressive 142-metre spire. You can tour the cathedral at your leisure.

Having a hire car also allows you to explore Alsace, its villages and rural areas or even  to cross the border to explore Germany. Renting a car allows you to get out of the city to easily to explore the surrounding area and plan your trip at your own pace.

Castles, tiny villages with canals, and beautiful nature parks are all within easy reach of Strasbourg.

Colmar

You’ll find Colmar just 50 minutes from Strasbourg – just take the A35. This is one of the most popular towns in the Alsace region, and is known as ‘Little Venice’ thanks to its canals and bridges laden with flowers. It’s also the birthplace of Frédéric-Auguste Bartholdi, the French sculptor who created the Statue of Liberty, and there is a museum devoted to him here.

Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle

Long the centre of European conflicts and rivalry between nobility, it’s not surprising that the Alsace region has more castles than anywhere else in Europe. There are over 400, and if there’s one must-see, it’s the Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg, located 45 minutes from Strasbourg via the A35. Spend some time exploring this medieval fortress restored in the early 20th century.

Northern Vosges Regional Nature Park

The Northern Vosges Regional Nature Park is located 55 minutes from Strasbourg via the A4. It’s a designated Unesco world reserve, with the likes of sandstone crusts eroded into unusual formations resembling towers, mushrooms, or arches. More than 60% of the park is covered in forest, making it exceptional for hiking.

 

Avis offers a rental experience designed to make your travels easier from the moment you arrive at Strasbourg Station. Our Strasbourg Station car rental location is focussed on a high quality of service and offering quick and easy vehicle collection so you can continue your journey as soon as possible.

• Fully flexible
  Enjoy fee-free flexible booking with full cash refunds and no vouchers.

• Savings on coverage
  When you choose Avis Inclusive you can experience total peace of mind with no extras or surprises. Pay one upfront price for free Roadside Assistance Plus and 25% discount on comprehensive zero-excess cover.

• Loyalty benefits
  Join our free loyalty programme Avis Preferred, and benefit from priority service, discounts and more.

• Faster collection
  Save time at the counter by registering your details in advance with our simple and free QuickPass. You could be on the road sooner than you think.

• VIP treatment
  Get priority counter service on collection with Avis Preferred. At our larger locations you can use our Avis app to go straight to your car where the keys will be waiting for you.