Frankfurt Airport is one of the largest air transport hubs in the world, and is located approximately 12 kilometers southwest of the city. At the airport you will find large rental stations that will allow you to start your trip without entering the city.
If you choose to pick up the car in the center of Frankfurt, the train from the airport to the central station Hauptbahnhof, is convenient and the journey takes only 15 minutes. Several car rental stations are scattered throughout Frankfurt itself, where it is quite convenient to pick up or return the rented car.

◾ Toll roads
Germany enjoys an excellent road system that includes more than 11 thousand kilometers of highways known as autobahns. Unlike other European countries, traveling on autobahns is free and does not involve tolls or additional payments. A pleasure for all driving lovers.
Recently an app where you can pay the tolls directly was launched, you can read more details here-
https://www.asfinag.at/en/toll/vignette/digital-vignette/

◾ Driving within the city of Frankfurt
Renting a car in Frankfurt is not complicated and driving in the city is easier than in other cities and many bridges connect the banks of the Main River. A significant difficulty that may arise (almost like in any big city) is finding parking spaces. These are very busy mainly in the tourist areas, and some are reserved for locals. Therefore, if you must enter Frankfurt with a car, it is recommended to park it in one of the "parking garages" (Parkhaus) scattered throughout the city.

It is important to make sure that the rented vehicle has a green UMWELTPLAKETTE sticker, which aims to prevent polluting or old vehicles from entering the areas defined as green. These areas are marked with the Umweltzone sign and vehicles entering them without the sticker are subject to a fine.
 

In addition, in certain areas within the city (mainly in residential neighborhoods and near educational institutions), there are signs called "30 ZONES" where the speed limit is lower than usual - up to 30 km/h only.

◾ Departure from the city of Frankfurt
The fact of being a central junction makes Frankfurt an ideal starting (or ending) station for almost any trip with a rental car made in Germany. It is an hour and a half drive from Wurzburg, from where you can get on the beautiful "romantic road" leading to Bavaria and Munich. Another route south is on the A5 towards Mannheim and Karlsruhe and from there along the French border to Baden-Baden and the Black Forest. This is also a recommended route for those wishing to continue with the vehicle into France or Switzerland.

Frankfurt is also a good starting point for a rental car heading towards the Rhine Valley, the cities of Cologne and Dusseldorf and from there towards Belgium, Luxembourg and the Netherlands. Here the recommended route is to Wiesbaden on the A3 highway towards Cologne and from there continue west.
For those wishing to continue east to Leipzig, Dresden or Prague, the best suggestion is to get on the A5 highway (which then becomes the A4) and from there continue to their desired destination.

For your attention - it is absolutely forbidden to enter with the rented car on routes such as Neurenbering or similar. The rented vehicle is not insured on these routes and those who violate this prohibition are exposed to significant fines.

◾ Planning to leave Germany with the rental car? It is important to pay attention
Leaving Germany sometimes involves an additional payment to the rental company when picking up the car.
Some European countries, such as Switzerland, Austria, etc., require a special sticker for driving on highways, which can be purchased at kiosks at the border crossings.

The responsibility for purchasing a sticker and using it correctly rests solely with the renter of the vehicle, therefore it is necessary to stick it in accordance with the instructions of the local authority. Be sure to find out about the need to purchase a sticker every time you leave one country and enter another. In addition, some vehicle groups (mainly luxury cars, automatic cars and minivans) are subject to restrictions when moving to Italy or the former Eastern European countries. You must find out these restrictions in advance and make sure that your departure to these countries is approved and that the approval appears on the rental voucher.

 Driving in Frankfurt during winter

◾ Winter tires and snow chains
winter tires are mandatory in certain areas of Germany even if you do not drive in snowy or mountainous areas, so it is recommended to verify the issue in advance and at the rental station. A vehicle with summer tires in the winter season is subject to fines and even immediate shutdown. It is recommended to order snow chains in advance and in any case make sure before leaving the rental station that you know how to put them on and that they fit your vehicle's tires.

◾ Going Skiing?
Book the Ski Rack on which you can assemble your skis to the car in advance. Please note that the device is intended for two ski sets only. In addition, it is worth knowing that rental companies do not offer a device for snowboarding.

Antifreeze liquid
at very low temperatures, the fuel in the tank may freeze. Therefore, we recommend parking the vehicle in a covered parking lot and/or adding antifreeze liquid to the fuel tank when refueling (a special substance that prevents freezing), which can be purchased at gas stations if necessary.

For more tips regarding renting a car during wintertime click here

and for important tips regarding renting a car abroad click here

Booking a car in Frankfurt with Ofran will allow you to enjoy the benefits of traveling with a rental car in Frankfurt, exploring all the sites and attractions that interest you and the freedom to do so according to your schedule.

Also, you'll be able to choose from a wide range of car groups the most suitable car for your vacation in an easy and comfortable process and with great prices.

Ofran wishes you a safe and pleasant trip with your rental car in Frankfurt

 Museumsufer - Museum Embankment
On both sides of the Maine River, 12 museums are grouped together in the area known as the "Museum Embankment", most of them on the left bank of the river. Here you will find museums for cinema, architecture, media art and more.
The museums were united into one area following a decision to create a 'Museum Avenue' in the city, and the result is indeed impressive. Some of the museums were inserted into existing historical villas, and some in specially built buildings.

 Stadtwald - The urban forest of Frankfurt
The urban forest of Frankfurt is a huge forested area, the size of which is about 50,000 dunams. You can reach it easily with a rented car since it’s about a 15-minute drive from the city center. Near the forest you can also find two parks, Günthersburgpark and Grüneburgpark and in addition to them also botanical gardens, which will make your day full of nature, even without going far from the city.

 Rothenburg
The medieval city, which is almost perfectly preserved, is one of the recommended destinations to reach from Frankfurt. It is about a two hours drive away and the trip goes through parts of the famous "Romantic Road", a road that in itself is worth every moment of the trip.
Inside the city it is recommended to take a guided tour and learn about the city and its history.

 The Black Forest and Baden-Baden
The spa town of Baden-Baden is less than a two-hour drive from Frankfurt and is an excellent starting point for the Black Forest. By renting a car in Frankfurt you can easily reach Baden-Baden and spend a day there on your way out or on your way back from a trip to the Black Forest.
It is strongly recommended to devote at least one day to the natural springs of the city and the many treats in it.

Frankfurt with children

Frankfurt is a favorite destination for a family trip. It is easy to find activities that children will like, starting with a fascinating variety of museums to choose from, nature and parks.

 Naturmuseum Senckenberg - Natural History Museum
If you have a child who is currently in their dinosaur phase, this is the perfect place to visit - actually even if you don't. This is the second largest natural history museum in Germany and you can find life-size models of dinosaurs right at the entrance, in addition to fossils and models of animals that existed in different periods of history.
You can take guided tours and hear professional and interesting explanations and also participate in the more interactive displays, which are an excellent and enjoyable way for the children to learn while having fun, even during the trip.

 Frankfurt Zoo
The Frankfurt Zoo is a green paradise in the middle of the city, and is home to over 4,500 animals from about 500 different species. The zoo offers tours adapted to all ages, from kindergarten children to adults.

 Ebbelwei-Express - Apple Wine Express
The most magical and enjoyable way to walk the streets of Frankfurt. The children will be able to listen to stories and songs while enjoying the sights of the city, drink local apple juice and nibble on pretzel, while the adults can enjoy a taste of the alcoholic apple cider, which is the drink associated with Frankfurt.

Shopping in Frankfurt

Although Frankfurt is known as the center of business, it also manages to provide a great shopping experience for those looking to return home with quality items, international or German made.
Most of the shops in Frankfurt are concentrated on the famous Zeil Street, but there are a few other shopping centers that you should know about.

 Zeil Shops Avenue
This shopping street is considered one of the most famous and busiest shopping areas in the whole of Germany, since the 19th century.
Visitors from all over Germany come here to shop with different needs and budgets.
Here you can find luxury products and boutiques, as well as outlets of German retail stores, in addition to well-known brands such as Bershka, Guess, Pandora, Lush and more.

 Neue Kräme, Old Town
This street is one of the main shopping streets in the old town of Frankfurt. Compared to other places in the city, here there are fewer branches of well-known chains, but more shops specializing in local produce.
The Neue Kräme street plays a significant role in the pedestrian traffic of Frankfurt since it connects two important squares. In the summer, more cafés open and fill the squares, Liebfrauenberg and Römerberg.

 NordWestZentrum Mall
The mall is a little far from the tourist areas of Frankfurt, and less accessible by transportation, but renting a car in Frankfurt will allow you to reach it easily.
The mall is pleasant and full of good restaurants and cafés, which will allow you to relax between stores. You will find H&M, Caldonia, Zara and more.