Rental cars in Ostheim from $87

If your trip to Ostheim is all organized but your travel itinerary is a bit on the empty side, let us give you a helping hand.Grab your guidebook and learn a thing or two about Odysseum and Basilika St. Aposteln. They’re only a quick car ride away if you want to explore what’s around you.

If you’d like to head out on a day trip, we can give you a few ideas. Why not head over and find out what’s going on in Vingst or Kalk? Both offer plenty to do and a good range of accommodations. Vingst is 1 mile away, and Kalk is 1 mile.

Constantly traveling for work-related purposes? Convention centers are most likely a second home to you. With easy access to hotels and restaurants, you can be sure your trip will go off without a hitch if you’re booked in at any of these places:

• Cologne Trade Fair Grounds (3 miles away).
• Palladium (3 miles away).
• World Conference Center Bonn (15 miles away).

A rental car will help you get from A to B quickly and comfortably in Ostheim. If you’re traveling on a shoestring and want to stretch your budget, a mini or a compact is a terrific choice. These zippy cars are cheap to run and a breeze to park. If you have the kids in tow, a full-size car or an SUV will give you enough space to stretch your legs.

You’re spoiled for choice when it comes to renting a car in Ostheim. From people-movers with plenty of room to spare to zippy little compacts that make parking a breeze, you’ll find it all here. Choosing your perfect match of course depends on your budget and where you plan to go. Some road trips are just begging you to splurge on your dream ride, whereas other adventures don’t need more than four wheels and a gas pedal. Which will it be this time?

People drive on the right side of the road in Ostheim. Even though the rules may be similar to home, it’s always wise to drive a little more carefully in a new destination.

It can be. Driving around the block searching for a parking spot is a common experience in Ostheim. Getting within walking distance of popular attractions is easier if you research your options ahead of time.

Just like the wider Cologne area, the neighborhood of Ostheim has speed limits ranging from 30km/h to 130km/h. In residential zones, you usually won’t be able to travel faster than 30km/h.

Generally, one of two things will happen. Your rental car company may bill the amount stated on the fine to your credit card. This is the usual approach. On the other hand, it may give your contact information to the relevant local authority so the fine is sent directly to you.

Seat belts have to be worn in Cologne. Having said that, the rules may differ for some vehicles, like those used by public transportation networks.

It’s against the law to use your cell phone while driving a car in Ostheim, and you may also be charged a fine for just holding your phone when you’re in control of a vehicle. That being said, using hands-free or Bluetooth functions is allowed, as long as your focus remains on the road.

When behind the wheel in Ostheim, it’s a criminal offence to have a BAC (blood alcohol content) of more than 0.05%. Thinking of having a few beers while you’re out? Consider booking a taxi or using a ride-sharing service.

No. In Ostheim, red equals stop, with no exceptions. When nearing a set of traffic lights, always maintain a safe speed so you can easily stop if you need to.