Car rental in Graz

Explore Graz flexibel and independent by car

Exploring the beauty of Graz by your own hired car

Austria is a popular holiday destination. Vienna, Salzburg and Tyrol are considered world-famous destinations. With a hired car you can also explore the pearl of Austria, Graz. Where is Graz? The city lies in the southeast of the alpine republic. It is the second largest city in the country. Graz and its surroundings are considered to be especially fun to drive. On our independent comparison portal you can compare the offers of car hire companies in Graz quickly and easily. So everyone can find the cheapest hired car in Graz!

Hiring a car at the Graz Airport for even more variety

Picking up your hired car at the Graz Airport

If you want to start your holiday in Graz immediately and in a relaxed manner, you can hire a car directly at Graz Airport (GRZ). Drive to the city center ten kilometers away. For all those who arrive by plane, this is certainly the easiest option. However, if you arrive directly in Graz by train, for example, there are also numerous stations within the city. Do the check and find the perfect vehicle for your needs.

Benefits from a pick-up at the Airport

• greater choice of suppliers in one place
• adjusted opening hours
• more choice of rental vehicles

Attention with the hired car: vignette obligation

If you want to hire a car in Austria and drive on the freeway, you should definitely have a vignette on your vehicle. Normally most rental cars already have an annual vignette (cost: 86.40 Euro). Alternatively, you can purchase a "Pickerl" (affectionately called in Austria) for ten days (cost: 8.90 Euro) or two months (cost: 25.90 Euro).

The parking situation in Graz and its surroundings

Find easily a Car park in Graz

The state capital is a Car park for all car drivers. Although the prices are now considered high, they are still considered absolutely affordable compared to many other cities in Europe. The availability of parking spaces, even in the city center, is also high. So you will certainly always be able to park your car.

• Green zone: For long-term parkers just outside the city center. Valid on weekdays, i.e. Monday to Friday: at least 30 minutes (0.60 Euro), then in steps of 0.10 Euro. Day ticket (7 Euro), two day ticket (14 Euro)
• Blue zone: For short term parking in the city center. Valid on weekdays 9 - 20 hrs / Saturdays 9 - 13 hrs: minimum 30 minutes (0,90€), maximum 3 hours.

Choosing the right insurance for your hired car in Graz

Choosing the best insurance policy for your car

With all offers on Driveboo the legal liability is contained. This protects you in general things and is to be selected best with a high covering sum. Even better you drive with a fully comprehensive insurance. It is best to choose this without excess. The surcharge then has a positive effect on the amount of the deposit, which we explain in the next section.

Die Kaution für Ihren Mietwagen einfach erklärt

Obligatory inspection of all damages on your car

As security for the hired car, most car hire companies require a deposit. This is calculated according to the value of your hired car and special services. The deposit is an indicator for serious partners. At MietwagenCheck we have selected all our partners with great care. The deposit is simply paid by credit card and will be refunded directly if the car is returned undamaged.

The best option when travelling in company: an additional driver

Are you travelling in pairs and would like to split the route with a hired car if necessary? Then you should include a second driver in the contract. Your co-driver will enjoy full insurance cover just like you. 

Refuelling - this is also necessary!
Good news: the fuel prices in Austria are still comparatively cheap. To save even more money, it is best to opt for the fair fuel regulation. With this you pick up your hired car with a full tank and return it. Another advantage is the possibility to start directly. 

Important numbers to keep in mind for your hired car

Was gibt es in Graz zu entdecken?

View on the beautiful buildings of Graz

Graz has charm. Vienna and Salzburg are also beautiful, but here in Styria you will get to know the other side of Austria. Graz is a lively student city full of culture, which has blossomed in recent years. Old town and traditions are combined here with hip, trendy quarters. If you look out over the panorama of the city from the Schlossberg, you will immediately see the characteristic red roofs. In the middle, the lightning blue, round Kunsthaus - often called Alien - catches the eye. A prime example of the diversity of this unique city.

Explore the so called Syrian Toscana by car

The surrounding area of the state capital is called Styrian Toscana. It is always worthwhile to hire a car to view the beautiful vineyards. Explore the steep and winding roads with a hired car through this wonderful nature. An excursion around Graz is a highlight and with your hired car you are wonderfully flexible. Arrange your trip as individually as you like.

Explore the highlights of Graz:

• The wine regions of Southern Styria
• Zotter chocolate factory
• The indomitable Erzberg
• The famous Green Lake
• Old town Graz and all its fascinations
• Riegersburg
• Bärenschützklamm and many other hiking trails