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Car Hire Dresden Airport
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Address
Flughafen Dresden, Dresden, 01109, DE
Phone
(49) 351 8814600/01
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AFTER-HOURS RETURNS
Key box in car park
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Our rental desks are located in landside area of the Arrivals. No shuttle bus available.
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Find your perfect hire car at Dresden Airport
Planning a trip to central Germany? With 36 international airports spread across the country, you are spoiled for choice. Located in a triangle with Leipzig 50km to the west and Germany’s capital Berlin to the north, Dresden Airport is a great option. Dresden is also close to the border with Poland and the Czech Republic, making this the ideal base to explore this region of Europe.
The sister airport of Leipzig Airport in the Central German Airports Group, Dresden is fast growing with rising passenger numbers and new destinations being added each year.
What’s more, Dresden is also the beautiful capital of Saxony, one of the most popular holiday regions in Germany. Being so well located, whether you are travelling for business or pleasure, our friendly Avis team at Dresden Airport is on hand to offer advice and provide the perfect rental car for your trip.
Where to find Avis at Dresden Airport
You’ll find our Avis counter in the arrivals area within the terminal building at Dresden International Airport. The Avis rental car park in the multi-storey car park accessed by the walkway in front of the terminal building.
How to get from Dresden Airport to the centre of Dresden by car
From the Avis car park at Dresden Airport, Dresden city centre is a 23min, 12.7km drive south. As you pull out of the the airport, head right on Hermann-Reichelt-Straße joining the A4 towards Dresden. Leave the A4 at exit 81A for Dresden Hellerau Zentrum (Centre) and join the B170 continuing another 5.3km into the city centre.
Things to do in Dresden
On the banks of the River Elbe, Dresden is renowned for its grand Baroque architecture and as a cultural treasure trove it’s been described as ‘Florence on the Elbe’.
Not surprisingly there is plenty to do in the city whether you’re there for a long weekend or several days. Must-see highlights include the Baroque Zwinger Palace, Semperoper opera house, the domed Frauenkirche (Church of Our Lady) and the world-class Dresden State Art Collections. There are walking trails around the city and it’s worth heading to Brühl´s Terrace, the walkway along the River Elbe and stopping off to explore Dresden’s Fortress, the oldest Renaissance structure in the city.
For music lovers, there’s a year-round calendar of performances and open air festivals in Dresden attracting international orchestras and audiences from around the globe.
If you are lucky enough to be in Dresden in November or December, the city is a romantic backdrop to some magical Christmas markets. Also known as the Stollen capital, the rich spiced fruited bread was first created here, Dresden’s bakers and pastry makers go all out to impress and you can sample their wares in cafes, restaurants and art galleries throughout the city.
Recommended day trips from Dresden Airport
For scenic day trips from Dresden you are spoiled for choice. Touring Saxony by car is the perfect way to see this beautiful region of Germany. You can create your own driving route over mountains and river valleys, meandering past romantic hilltop and moated castles – Saxony has over 1000 of them – touring the vineyards, or stopping off to watch world-renowned porcelain being made.
Meissen
Meissen, famous home of porcelain manufacture since the 18th century, is a 40-min 26km drive northwest of Dresden. There are several route options but we’d recommend taking the B6 road along the Elbe River valley. Visit the Meissen workshop and museum and don’t miss the dramatic Albrechtsburg castle or the Gothic cathedral.
Leipzig
Lively Leipzig, with its rich cultural mix of art, music and theatre is a 1hr30min, 120km drive from Dresden Airport via the A14. Leipzig Zoo, the oldest zoo in the world is a popular attraction and there are museums to two major classical music composers Bach and Mendelssohn. There is a thriving modern art and new media scene here too – the city’s former cotton mill Spinnerei Leipzig is home to more than 100 artists' studios.
Explore the narrow streets of Drallewatsch in the centre with historic buildings teeming with cafes, bars and restaurants.
Elbe Sandstone Mountains
Fans of nature and outdoor sports should head to the dramatic Elbe Sandstone Mountain range with its hiking trails, cycling and rock climbing in a fairytale setting. Also known as Swiss Saxony, this mountainous region also lies in the Czech Republic and it’s worth crossing the border to see attractions including Bohemia Geopark. Leave the car behind to hike a section of the Painter’s Way where films including the Chronicles of Narnia, Grand Budapest Hotel and Cloud Atlas were set. Don’t miss the stunning Bastei Bridge a stone bridge that spans the Elbe valley, a 50km drive of around 1hr from Dresden Airport.
Pirna
Experience historic Saxony with a day trip to Pirna to wander its cobbled streets with picture perfect gabled houses. Pirna is an easy 32min, 28km drive from Dresden. Hike up to the dramatic Sonnenstein Castle high above the town for the magnificent views and take a paddle steamer on the Elbe.
Is it worth hiring a car at Dresden Airport?
While public transport in Dresden is good and the train ride from the airport to Dresden Station in the centre of the city takes just 20min, if you want to explore the wider region, a hire car gives you the freedom and flexiblity to travel further afield.
The Avis team at Dresden International Airport are experts on the Saxony region and ready to advise you on the best places to go and help make your trip a smooth one from the moment you touch down. If you are feeling inspired check out our guide to great German road trips.
Tips for driving in Dresden
Hiring a car is an easy way to explore central and eastern Germany. The road network is superb and navigation is straightforward. As in the rest of mainland Europe, you’ll be driving on the right-hand side of the road as you leave the airport.
If you have not driven in this part of the world before, we’d advise checking the road rules for driving in Germany before you set off.
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- Optional Coverages
- Credit Card Policies
- Debit Card Policies
- Drivers License
- Public Liability and Property Damage
- Added Important Information
- Additional Fees
- Age Requirements
- Fuel Policy
- ID Requirements
- Miscellaneous Information
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- Returns
- Travel Into Other Countries
Damage
What products reduce the amount I have to pay if the vehicle is damaged during the rental?
If you have liability reduction in case of a damage (CDW - collision damage waiver) and the vehicle, keys, any accessories or any vehicle documents are damaged and you are responsible for the damage, the amount you have to pay for the damage will be reduced to no more than the excess stated on your rental agreement meaning you'll pay for the cost of repair or replacement plus a damage or theft processing fee in accordance with Section 6 of General Conditions of Rental in the amount of 30.00 EUR or the excess, whichever is less.
How much is the excess?
Depending on car group rented, customer is liable for an amount ranging between 18,000.00 EUR and 102,000.00 EUR if Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) is not taken. Purchase of CDW reduces liability to an amount between 950.00 EUR and 1250.00 EUR depending on car group rented.
How do I get Damage Waiver?
In most cases, Damage Waiver is provided with the vehicle as standard. If it is included, it will be stated on your rental agreement and in your booking confirmation email. If it is not included, the price depends on the vehicle you're renting and the place you're renting it from.
Is there an excess reduction product available to reduce my excess further?
Yes, Super Damage Waiver (SCDW) is an excess reduction product which reduces your excess to zero. The price depends on the vehicle and location but you can expect it to costs between 25.50 EUR and 44.00 EUR a day.
Will I need to pay if the windscreen is damaged?
Yes, it will be treated the same as any other damage to the vehicle.
What happens if I damage any optional extras I rent from you?
If any optional extras are damaged, you have to pay for the cost of replacement, or their estimated repair costs in addition to the rental fee, insofar as you are responsible for the damage.
Are there any times when the excess would not apply?
Yes, the amount you pay will not be reduced if damage was caused by or as a result of:
- Water or fire damage, that was not your fault.
- Driving the vehicle without due care and attention
- Driving or using the vehicle in breach of your contract
What do I have to pay if I don't have Damage Waiver?
If the vehicle, the key, accessories or vehicle documents should be damaged during the period in which you have rented the vehicle, you must pay for the following in accordance with Section 6 of General Conditions of Rental, insofar as you are responsible for the damage:
- Either the cost of replacement, or the estimated repair costs whichever is cheaper
- Plus our loss of use
- Plus an administration fee
Where can I find information of damage charges I've paid?
If we find damage, we will charge the amount you have to pay to your card. Unless you have asked us to send you a receipt by post or email, you will be able to find details of this payment here.
Theft
What products reduce the amount I have to pay if the vehicle is lost or stolen during the rental?
If you have a liability reduction for the event of theft (theft protection, TP) and your vehicle is stolen, the amount which you must pay in accordance with Section 6 of General Conditions of Rental - insofar as you are responsible for the theft - will be limited to the excess stipulated in your rental agreement, which means that you must pay for the costs of replacement plus a fee for the processing of the event of damage or theft in the amount of 30.00 EUR or the excess, whichever is less.
How much is the excess?
Depending on car group rented, customer is liable for an amount ranging between 18,000.00 EUR and 102,000.00 EUR if Theft Protection waiver (TP) is not taken. Purchase of TP reduces liability to an amount between 950.00 EUR and 1250.00 EUR depending on car group rented.
How do I get Theft Protection waiver?
In most cases, Theft Protection waiver is provided with the vehicle as standard. If it is included, it will be stated on your rental agreement and in your booking confirmation email. If it is not included, the price depends on the vehicle you are renting and the place you're renting it from.
Is there an excess reduction product available to reduce my excess further?
Yes, Super Theft Protection waiver (STP) is an excess reduction product which reduces your excess to zero.
What happens if I lose any optional extras I rent from you or if they are stolen?
If any optional extras are lost or stolen, you have to pay for the cost of replacement in addition to the rental fee.
Are there any times when the excess would not apply?
Yes, the amount to be paid by you is not limited if you are responsible for the loss or theft due to your intention or gross negligence, such as, for instance, in cases when:
- Keys being left in the vehicle
- Keys being lost or stolen
- Using the vehicle in breach of the contract
In the event of losses caused by gross negligence, we are entitled to claim damages against you in an amount equivalent to the grade of negligence, up to and including the full amount of the loss or damage.
The liability restriction will be void if you or your co-driver should intentionally infringe any contractual obligation as per the rental agreement. The liability restriction will be reduced proportionally corresponding to the severity of the fault if you or your co-driver failed to fulfil a contractual obligation as per the rental agreement. The restriction of liability will not be void if the breach of duty was not the cause of the damage or the determination of the conditions for the granting of the liability reduction.
What do I have to pay if I don't have Theft Protection?
IIf the vehicle, the key, accessories or vehicle documents should be damage during the period in which you have rented the vehicle, you must pay for the following if you are responsible for this:
- The cost of replacement
- Plus our loss of use
- Plus a fee for the processing of the event of damage or theft in accordance with Section 6 of General Conditions of Rental in the amount of 30.00 EUR.
Where can I find information of theft charges I've paid?
If the loss or theft was caused by you, your card will be charged with the amount owed and due. More details of this payment can be found here, unless you have asked us to send you an invoice by mail or Email.
Damage to people and their property
What do I have to pay if I injure someone whilst driving?
Third Party Liability (TPL) cover is provided with the vehicle as standard. This means that if you have an accident in our vehicle and you injure someone, including any of your passengers, or you damage anything which belongs to them, you will not have to pay any of their costs. Third Party Liability cover does not cover any death or injury suffered by the driver of our vehicle or any damage to personal items in our vehicle.
Are there any times when third party liability cover would not apply?
If the law requires us to provide you with third party liability cover, the minimum cover required by law will still apply but we, or our insurer, may seek to recover our costs from you if the accident was caused by:
- By you breaking the contract (for example allowing someone we had not approved drive the vehicle of driving whilst under the influence of alcohol, drugs or any other unlawful substance),
- By you breaking the law
- As a result of your negligence or recklessness.
What products cover the driver of the vehicle?
Personal Accident Insurance (PAI) covers the driver of the vehicle in the event of an accident. It reduces the amount you have to pay in the event of an accident to zero or to 70 EUR per claim depending on the claim you make. Personal Accident Insurance provides the following benefits:
- A maximum of 40.000 EUR , in the event of death, loss of limbs or eyes or permanent total disability
- A maximum of 2.000 EUR, towards emergency medical expenses related directly to the accident
- Medical assistance and rescue costs (conditions apply)
Who provides Personal Accident Insurance?
Personal Accident Insurance is underwritten by AIG Europe Limited. You will need to agree to their terms and conditions. Our agent, Avis Europe Risk Management Limited retains 20% of the price you pay after insurance premium tax has been deducted, as commission.
How do I get Personal Accident Insurance?
If you have bought Personal Accident Insurance, it will be stated on your rental agreement. The price depends on the location you arre renting from, but you can expect it to costs between 6 EUR and 7,55 EUR a day.
Can I increase my cover and reduce my excess?
Yes, Super Personal Accident Insurance (SPAI) provides the following enhanced benefits:
- A maximum of 120.000 EUR , in the event of death, loss of limbs or eyes or permanent total disability
- A maximum of 6.000 EUR, towards emergency medical expenses related directly to the accident
- Medical assistance and rescue costs (conditions apply)
- Baggage up to 6.000 EUR, per vehicle excluding any items you rented through us (again, there are conditions, and a limit of 350 EUR, per item)
- Expenses for replacing main house keys and locks up to 500 EUR
- Emergency travel expenses up to 500 EUR.
Is Super Personal Accident Insurance available when renting any vehicles?
Yes, you can buy Super Personal Accident Insurance not matter what vehicle you rent.
How do I get Super Personal Accident Insurance?
If you have bought Super Personal Accident Insurance, it will be stated on your rental agreement. The price depends on the location you are renting from, but you can expect it to costs between 9 EUR, and 11,30 EUR a day.
What will you pay if I don't have Personal Accident Insurance?
If the driver of the vehicle is involved in an accident and is injured or dies, we will not pay their costs. If any personal items in the vehicle are damaged, lost or stolen, we will not pay for their repair or replacement.
For information, passengers are considered third parties and would benefit from the third party liability cover provided with the vehicle as standard.
Protection packages
I want to buy more than one protection product, can I get a protection package?
We offer various protection packages, please enquire about these at the time of booking or at the centre. The costs are between EUR 51.50 and up to EUR 73.00 per day.
Third party protection products
I have bought a protection product from an external provider, can I use it?
If you decide to buy cover from someone else, you will have to pay our full costs Find out more: see "What will you pay if I don't have" within this section of this document then you will need to make a claim with the external provider to get your money back. It is your responsibility to ensure you understand the terms of any cover you buy from an external provider and for any claim you make. We are unable to help you with your claim.
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