$69 Cheap Car Rental in Ostend

If your trip to Ostend is all locked in but your travel itinerary is looking a little empty, let us give you a few hints and tips.Plan a stop at Ostend Beach. It’s one attraction you’ll find on many travelers’ to-do lists. Mu.ZEE and Fort Napoleon are also nearby and worth checking out.

If you’ve ticked off all the sights in Ostend, there’s plenty more on offer in the vicinity. Climb back into the driver’s seat and have a new adventure in De Panne. This great day-trip destination is home to some cool attractions, such as Plopsaland De Panne.

There’s nothing nicer than dropping the car window and feeling the fresh, salty air on your skin while you’re cruising by the seaside. Bring along some snacks and spend an afternoon having fun in the sun at one of the fantastic beaches near Ostend. Top options include:

• Middelkerke Beach (8 miles away).
• De Panne Beach (17 miles away).
• Knokke-Heist Beach (18 miles away).

If you’re traveling here for work-related reasons, you’ll probably be going to Casino Kursaal. You’ll find it 0.1 miles away.

Having your own wheels in Ostend will give you more freedom to squeeze in as many attractions as you can. Maybe you just can’t wait to head out of the city, get out on the open road, and go wherever the wind takes you. If that’s the case, drive off in one of our mid-size or full-size SUVs and take a look at the sandy shores in the surrounding area. If you just can’t get enough of the bright city lights, something small will be a better fit. Navigating heavy traffic and busy streets will be a whole lot easier with a mini or compact car.

You’re spoiled for choice when it comes to renting a car in Ostend. From people-movers with plenty of room to spare to easy-to-park compacts, you’ll find it all here. Choosing your perfect match depends on how much you’d like to spend and what activities you’ve got planned. Some road trips are just begging you to splurge on your dream ride, whereas others don’t need anything more than enough space for your luggage and buddies.

You’ll be driving on the right-hand side of the road in Ostend. Even though it may seem similar to home, it’s always smart to drive a little more carefully in places you’ve never been.

Parking in Ostend is easy. There’s no need to keep driving around the block in heavy traffic here — and that’s what the locals love about it. There’s plentiful on and off-street parking available.

As the population of Ostend is about 69,000, you won’t have a lot of trouble with traffic. That said, major roads generally get busy in the rush hours before and after work, so you may want to avoid driving then.

Speed limits vary across the city of Ostend, but typically range from 30km/h to 120km/h. Most residential zones have a maximum speed of 50km/h unless posted otherwise.

Generally, your rental car company will bill the amount of the fine to your credit card. Alternatively, the company may provide your contact information to the relevant local law enforcement agency so they can issue a fine directly to you.

Provided you have hands-free functions like Bluetooth enabled, you can use your cell phone while driving in Ostend. But be sure to keep your eyes on the road.

In Ostend, it’s a fineable offence to operate a vehicle with a BAC (blood alcohol content) above 0.05%. If you’re going to have a drink or two, you’d be wise to leave the rental car at your hotel.

Turning on a red light is prohibited in Ostend. Always keep an eye on traffic lights and signs so you don’t break any traffic laws.

They are, so buckle up. However, there may be exceptions for vehicles used by public transportation networks.