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SIXT Car Rental in Denmark
Denmark captivates visitors with its historic architecture, canals and waterways, and cheerful spirit of exploration. When you opt for a rental car in Denmark, the far edges of the coastline and sophisticated city adventures are all within reach. Beyond that, SIXT car rental in Denmark offers an impressive array of premium cars, from brands like BMW and Audi. SIXTâs courteous and efficient staff is there to ensure you have a fantastic experience, whether youâre exploring Copenhagenâs royal palaces or Aalborgâs half-timbered architecture.
Driving Tips for Denmark
To maximize seeing Denmark, a car is ideal. Known for its good roads, youâll want to familiarize yourself with local customs.
- Headlights: Headlights must be on at all times while driving in Denmark.
- Share the road: Cars must always yield to cyclists. Watch for cyclists when turning, and always be alert for the placement of the bike lane.
- Tolls: Major bridges, including the Oresund Bridge and Storebelt Bridge, charge tolls. Be prepared with SIXTâs prepaid tolling.
- Roundabouts: Always yield to cars arriving from the left at roundabouts.
- Parking discs: Parking on the street in Denmark requires a visible disc in the windshield. Your SIXT rental car will have this prepared for you.
- Signage: Danish road signs use standard international symbols, but itâs helpful to familiarize yourself with Danish words, like âudkorselâ for exit and âindkorselâ for entrance.
Best places to visit in and around Denmark
Denmark offers the ability to journey through Scandinavian design history, with everything from impressive historic structures to marvels of modern design.
- Danish Riviera: Admire the coastal region due north of Copenhagen, home to towns like Hornbaek, Gilleleje, and Tisvilde, known for its beaches dotted with picturesque bathing huts.
- Forest Tower: Located an hourâs drive from Copenhagen at Camp Adventure, Forest Tower was opened in 2020 and offers a scenic walk to a spiral tower 45 meters high. Climb the tower to view a new forest vantage.
- Frederiksborg Castle: Situated on three islands, encircled by a lake and impressive gardens, is housing the Museum of National History since 1878. Only a 40 km drive from Copenhagen, the castle offers a wealth of ways to enjoy the day.
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Good to know when renting in Denmark
The minimum age for a SIXT rental in Denmark is 20, with a driverâs license held for at least 1 year. Some car categories have a higher minimum age, and an underage driver fee applies to drivers under 26.
You will need a valid driverâs license held for at least 1 year, along with an ID card or passport. Renters with licenses using a non-Roman alphabet like Arabic also need an international driving permit.
There are 2 toll roads in Denmark: the Ăresund Bridge that goes to Sweden, and the StorebĂŚlt Bridge. You can add payments of these tolls as an extra when you book to save time.
There are restrictions on which countries your rental car can be taken to from Denmark. Any cross-border travel with your SIXT rental needs to be requested at the station, and a fee will be charged per day.
We accept all major credit cards and debit cards. Prepaid cards, Maestro debit cards and cash are not accepted. Other debit cards are only accepted for some car categories.
We allow one-way rentals between stations in Denmark, depending on the tariff. International one-way rentals are only on request.
