Heidelberg is located in the state of Baden-Wurttemburg in Germany. Heidelberg lays on a stunning scenic landscape located on the River Neckar framed with the dark Odin Forest. Heidelberg is a charming old town filled with history and legends that will intrigue all visitors.

Capture these postcard landscapes with your DriveAway car rental and escape in the land of history, culture and legends. Germany is renowned for its Baroque style buildings, charming houses and the world famous castle.

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Travelling in Heidelberg with a Rental Car

Get away with your Heidelberg car rental and travel with your own freedom to discover the secrets of this city. Collect your hire car from the downtown depots located throughout Heidelberg city or from the airport. You can pick up your rental car from Frankfurt airport and travel into Heidelberg via the A5, or Stuttgart airport approximately one hour away from Heidelberg.

Travel with your car rental to Heidelberg Castle which is the number one attraction and landmark of this city. The castle is located on a hillside 80 metres above Heidlberg which dominates the landscape and skyline peering over the old city. It is one of the most significant renaissance buildings in history. The castle has been destroyed from war and lightning bolts but the unique architecture and character remain.

Drive your car rental across the famous ‘Old Bridge’ which crosses the Neckar River. The bridge is made of red sandstone and has 9 handsome arches with a baroque style. On the bridge you will find 4 main statues, the popular statue is one of a monkey.

Plan a day trip to the charismatic town of Schwetzingen. The town is a short drive away, just 12 kilometres west of Heidelberg. Schwetzingen is renowned for its palace and palace gardens. The architecture is unique and the wide gardens are beautiful with peacocks elegantly roaming the grounds. There are many attractions located at this site to explore the historical ages. Numerous restaurants and cafes are located outside the castle, so take the opportunity to relax and enjoy the scenery.

A huge tradition is the castle lighting and fireworks display. This is a phenomenal sight with an explosion of colours. This is celebrated on the first Saturday in September. This event holds an important significance to the city and represents the castle in 1689, 1693 and 1764 when it was destroyed in fires.

DriveAway Holidays Car Hire: Heidelberg

DriveAway Holidays works in conjunction with the largest car rental and Motorhome specialists in Heidelberg. We can provide you with a variety of Car Hire selections as well as Motorhome Rentals, for the perfect self drive holiday at an unbeatable price. DriveAway Holidays is committed to providing you with a professional and friendly service to make your self-drive holiday a memorable experience in Heidelberg.

DriveAway Holidays is a HASSLE FREE car rental specialist, and in 2006, 2007 and 2008 DriveAway Holidays were the Winners of the National Travel Industry Awards. Book your car rental in Australia over our safe, reliable and secure online booking system. You can also call us at 0800 88 55 90 to book over the phone; We are available 24 hours a day to assist you with your Heidelberg car rental