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Car Rental in Saalfeld

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  • Pay later on many offers
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  • from $37 per day
  • 8.8 top rated · Sixt

A rental car here costs $79 a day on average, about $555 for a week. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026.

  • Free cancellation: 1 of 1
  • Debit card accepted: 1 of 1
  • Sixt

Where to pick up in Saalfeld

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Saalfeld · 2 km City office 1 $73 20 min

Nearby, 31–38 km

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Ilmenau · 31 km City office 2 $68 21 min
Jena Downtown · 35 km City office 1 $43 27 min
Jena · 35 km City office 3 $43 18 min
Weimar · 38 km City office 2 $43 23 min

Car rental prices in Saalfeld by car type

Class Typical cars From / day Typical / day
Economy Seat Ibiza $68
Compact Audi A3, Volkswagen Golf $66
Standard Cupra Tavascan $67
Full size BMW 3 Series $84
Station wagon Audi A6 Estate, Audi A6 Estate e-tron, BMW 3 Series Estate $37
SUV Volkswagen T-Roc, Volkswagen Tiguan, Audi Q2 $44 $73
5-seat MPV BMW 2 Series Active Tourer, BMW X1 $80
7-seat minivan Volkswagen MultiVan, Volkswagen Touran $82
9-seat van Mercedes Vito Tourer $108
Luxury Audi A8, Volvo XC90 $85
Premium BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe, BMW X5, Mercedes E Class $89
Convertible Volkswagen T-Roc Cabriolet $80

The from price is among the lowest prices seen. Half of the offers were cheaper than the typical price. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026. Rental companies guarantee the car class, not the exact model. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Audi A3 rental car in Saalfeld Sixt

Audi A3

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $66/day
Seat Ibiza rental car in Saalfeld Sixt

Seat Ibiza

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $68/day
Volkswagen Golf rental car in Saalfeld Sixt

Volkswagen Golf

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $70/day

Car rental companies in Saalfeld

Prices and conditions come from searches on TREWL and may have changed. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Sep 2026. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Sixt

20 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.8
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $73/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.4 Cleanliness 9.1 Service at the rental desk 9.0 Pick-up process 8.8 Drop-off process 9.0

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 212

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Special discount
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

Snow chains · GPS · Winter tires · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Sixt in Saalfeld
Mittlerer Watzenbach 8 b, Saalfeld/Saale, 07318
+4989-66060060

Rental conditions in Saalfeld

Based on 1 supplier here and nearby. Data from the 12 months to Sep 2026.

Fuel policy Full to full (1 supplier)
Transmission Automatic 80%, manual 20%.
Cancellation Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 1 supplier.
Insurance included Theft protection (TP) (1 supplier), Third-party liability (TPL) (1 supplier), Collision damage waiver (CDW) (1 supplier). Deductible: $1 212.
Extras Snow chains (1 supplier), GPS (1 supplier), Winter tires (1 supplier), Ski rack (1 supplier), Infant seat (1 supplier), Child seat (1 supplier)
Special offers Special discount (1 supplier), Pre-registration available (1 supplier)

Driving in Germany: drive on the right · 0.05% blood alcohol · zero for new drivers · No motorway tolls. Driving rules

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Car rental in Saalfeld: what to expect

80% of the cars offered here are automatic. Most suppliers allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.

Car rental in Saalfeld: FAQ

How much does it cost to rent a car in Saalfeld?
Car rental in Saalfeld starts from $37 per day, and the average price is $79 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $238 for a 3-day weekend and $555 for a week. Rentals of a month or longer usually get a lower daily rate. The final price depends on the season, the car class, the rental company and how early you book.

Which car rental company has the best reviews in Saalfeld?
According to customer reviews, the highest-rated car rental companies in Saalfeld are:
  • Sixt: rated 8.8/10 by 2000+ customers, average price $84 per day
Ratings cover value for money, car cleanliness, desk service, and the pick-up and drop-off process. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Sep 2026.

Which is the cheapest car rental company in Saalfeld?
By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies in Saalfeld are:
  • Sixt: about $73 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026. For the lowest price, book early, choose a smaller car and check the fuel policy and deposit before you pay.

Where do I pick up my rental car in Saalfeld?
It depends on the rental company, and the pick-up type is shown for each company on this page. Your booking confirmation always includes the exact pick-up address and instructions.

Can I pick up a car in Saalfeld and return it somewhere else?
Yes, one-way rentals are possible with many companies, but they usually charge a one-way fee, which is higher for longer distances or for drop-offs in another country. Enter a different drop-off location in the search form to see one-way prices with the fee included.

What is the minimum age to rent a car in Saalfeld?
The minimum age to rent a car in Saalfeld is usually 21, although some companies accept drivers from 18 and others require 23 or 25 for larger or premium cars. Drivers under 25 usually pay a daily young driver fee, and some companies limit younger drivers to smaller car classes. You also need to have held your driving license for at least one year.

Can I rent a car in Saalfeld with a debit card?
Rental companies in Saalfeld typically accept major credit cards such as Visa, Mastercard and American Express. The card must be in the main driver's name and have enough funds for the security deposit. Debit and prepaid cards are accepted only by some companies, sometimes with a higher deposit or extra checks. Companies that accept debit cards in Saalfeld: Sixt. The accepted cards are listed for each company on this page.

Which car rental companies in Saalfeld offer unlimited mileage?
Sixt offers it on some cars only. The mileage policy is shown in each offer before you book. With limited mileage, every kilometer or mile over the daily allowance is charged extra.

What fuel policy do rental companies use in Saalfeld?
The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones in Saalfeld are:
  • Full to full: you get the car with a full tank and return it full. This is usually the cheapest option because you only pay for the fuel you use at pump prices. Refuel near the drop-off point, or the company will charge for the missing fuel plus a service fee. Offered by Sixt.
  • Same to same: you return the car with the same fuel level as at pick-up.

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