Car rental in Kiel

Discover the beautiful city of Kiel by rental car

Kiel is the northernmost city in Germany. It is located directly on the Baltic Sea, at the end of the Kiel Canal. One of the best-known events is the Kiel Weeks, a sailing event. Due to the proximity to the water, the numerous events and the flair of the city, you can enjoy a wide range of leisure activities with a rental car. Explore Schleswig-Holstein, travel cheap to the capital Berlin or take the ferry to Scandinavia. When you rent a rental car, you gain mobility and design your holiday or business trip according to your individual wishes. You can choose from a wide range of vehicles and implementation options. If you need a rental car for the whole family, then it can be found just as quickly in the price comparison as the sports car for the trip for two. Realize the journey to the airport Hamburg-Fuhlsbüttel or to the airport Lübeck-Blankensee with the rental car cheap and comfortable. From here you can drive to any desired place, for example Berlin, Munich or Frankfurt.

Famous sights in Kiel: Go on a discovery tour with a rental car at a reasonable price

With a rental car you discover the beautiful city of Kiel and its famous buildings in a relaxed and self-determined way. Set up an individual daily plan that takes your interests and preferences into account. A place worth seeing is the town hall, because the tower is the landmark of the city. It is based on the Campanile in Venice. The Art Nouveau roof of the main building was destroyed during the war, but a new design with a hipped roof took place. The Gothic St. Nikolai Church had also suffered from the attacks during the Second World War and subsequently had to be extensively restored. Most of the historical furnishings have been preserved. The historic Kiel Castle of the Schauburg counts has been replaced by a modern new building. The oldest house in Kiel is the Warleberger Hof, the city museum. In 2007 a museum was opened in the oldest preserved building of the shipyard industry. It is located in the Old Metal Foundry of the "Kiel Shipyard". The advantage of a rental car is that you can travel cheaply and set your own schedule. Park in the city centre and discover Kiel on foot or drive to the most beautiful places in the Schleswig-Holstein region. The offers in the field of leisure activities are extensive and varied.

Offers in the field of art, music and theatre in Kiel

The city's largest cultural institution is the Kiel Theatre. It includes the Opera House, the Theater am Werftpark and the Schauspielhaus. There are numerous other cultural institutions in the city, such as the Polish Theatre, the Niederdeutsche Bühne Kiel and the student theatre. The Kiel Philharmonic Orchestra is known for its classical concerts. The annual Schleswig-Holstein Music Festival regularly attracts large numbers of visitors to the state capital. As part of Kiel Week, modern pop concerts by international artists will be held in the Sparkassen Arena. By car you can visit the most beautiful museums of the city. Thanks to the wide range of offers, the right exhibition for every preference can be found quickly. Whether computer museum, shipping museum or the art gallery - the variety does not let boredom arise even after a longer stay in the city.

Typical Kiel: The long tradition in shipping

If you travel to Kiel by rental car, you will be thrilled by the proximity to the water and the harbour facilities. Thanks to the natural shape of the Kiel Fjord, even large cruise ships can reach the southern end of the fjord. The port in Kiel is the third largest passenger port in Germany after Rostock and Puttgarden. The annual passenger volume amounts to more than 1.6 million people. Ferries depart from Kiel to Oslo, Gothenburg and other towns. A special experience is the arrival of one of the big cruise ships. With a rental car you drive to the harbour and capture the incomparable sight of the impressive ships on a photo for eternity. 133 calls of cruise ships had taken place in 2015, so that this experience will most probably also be possible during your stay in Kiel. The Ostuferhafen is where most of the cargo is handled. In 2015, 6.2 million tons of goods were handled here.

Popular excursion destinations in Northern Germany

With a rental car you reach the most beautiful excursion destinations in Northern Germany.

Use the price comparison to select the best offers and discover Schleswig-Holstein, Lower Saxony, Brandenburg and many other federal states. A journey by car is not only cheap but also comfortable. You can reach Berlin, the North Sea or the southern Baltic Sea in a few hours by car. Stop at exciting stations on the way, for example in Hamburg or Bremerhaven. Discover Northern Germany by rental car and start your family holiday. Using the price comparison, you have the option of selecting the stations for picking up and returning the car. For example, if you choose Kiel as your starting point and one of the stations in Berlin as your return destination, you can plan both a short and a long stay in the capital. You decide whether you want to use the rental car on site or whether you need a car for the return journey. The individual design option allows you to design your holiday at a reasonable price. The rental offers range from inexpensive small cars to spacious limousines. A car is important in private as well as in business life. For business trips, offers with particularly representative luxury vehicles are available for hire. Thanks to the inclusive kilometres, the cars can be hired at a reasonable price and thus make it possible to arrange small and large excursions in Schleswig-Holstein at a favourable price.

The most beautiful beaches in Kiel and Schleswig-Holstein

Falckenstein Beach is Kiel's longest beach. Enjoy sunbathing on the fine sandy beach and the sight of passing cruise ships and ferries. The 1,860 metre long, guarded beach is the ideal place for a wonderful summer day. On the 300 meter long dog beach your beloved four-legged friends can let off steam to their heart's content. Of course, a footbridge suitable for wheelchairs, a snack bar and a children's playground are not to be missed. On the beach volleyball field and the mini golf course you will spend an unforgettable time with your family. At noon you can prepare delicious steaks at the barbecue. The parking lots are only 300 meters from the beach, so that you can arrive with the rental car cheaply and comfortably. In addition to Falckensteiner Strand, Kiel has three other larger beaches: Hasselfelde Beach, Schilkseer Beach and Skagerraufer Beach.

Excursions for families with children

For children and adults, a visit to one of the city's five animal enclosures is an exciting experience. Observe deer, mouflon and numerous other species. Many of the 200 species are native breeds, other animal species have been naturalized in Schleswig-Holstein or are located in Europe. Whether bison, Icelandic horse or aurochs - get to know the fascination of the animal world. Since numerous hiking trails lead through the parks from the outside, you can combine a visit to a zoo with a wonderful hiking excursion. If you rent a rental car, you can reach the facilities Hammer, Uhlenkrog, Hasseldieksdamm, Tannenberg and Suchsdorf, which are open all year round, comfortably and inexpensively with the whole family. Another popular destination is the aquarium of the Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research. Admission is particularly favourable, with special offers for children and young people. Discover the underwater world with its fauna and flora in 30 different show basins. Get to know the sea creatures up close and learn about their habits. Sea wolves, seahorses and squid are only three of the species living there. A special experience is the public feeding of the seals. For nature lovers it is also interesting to rent a car and drive to one of the botanical gardens. The Old Botanical Garden was taken over by the University of Kiel in 1868. Since it is located on the edge of Kiel's old town, it can be reached quickly. One of the highlights in the complex is the primeval sequoia. In addition, there are numerous different tree species, recreational areas, perennial beds and medicinal plants. From the viewing platform you have a wonderful view of the fjord.

Rent a car via price comparison for a business trip

If you want to drive to a business appointment, then a rental car is the right choice. You get a representative vehicle at a reasonable price and always remain flexible. On a business trip you will also notice spontaneous appointments during the day, which improves your success. In your free time you discover the city with a rental car and combine your professional stay with cultural experiences. A rental car enables you to travel to different business locations in and around Schleswig-Holstein. Continue to Berlin, visit secondary branches of your company or explore new markets. With a rental car you are flexible in all situations. Added to this is the high comfort of a car. You always have all necessary documents at hand and your laptop is safely stored in your own vehicle. When you look at the different offers, look at the size, performance and equipment of the car. Choose the right model for the desired period and optimize the success of your company through a professional appearance in Kiel.