Car hires in Altstadt, Cologne

Alamo (€37/day) is the cheapest car hire company in Altstadt as of the past 72 hours. Keep in mind that these are the cheapest prices our users have seen recently. Daily hire prices are subject to change based on what neighbourhood in Cologne you visit and what type of car you decide to hire.

With an average review score of 6.4/10 from 9 reviewers, Enterprise Rent-A-Car is rated the best car rental company in Altstadt by our users.

Although there are plenty of other car hire types to choose from, the most popular type for a trip to Altstadt are Passenger Van sized cars. 16% of our users chose this vehicle type and found prices for €75/day on average.

If you’re looking to travel to Cologne and save money on a car hire, then consider visiting Porz or Poll. You will find that Flex To Go has the most affordable car hire in Porz at €15/day. Avis has the cheapest car hire in Poll at €32/day.

Consider hiring a car in Altstadt for 2 days, which is the most popular length of time people tend to spend in the neighbourhood. The average daily hire cost for 2 days is €55. Weekend and 1-week-long hires will average a total of €324 and €156, respectively. For your more long-term car hire needs, a 1-month-long Altstadt car rental will cost €1,359 in total on average.

The best time to hire a car in Altstadt is during the month of January, when prices average €32 per day. The most expensive month to hire a car is in February, during which you will frequently find prices averaging €83 per day. Be sure to book your car hire around 85 days or more ahead of time for the best prices.

Prices for cars in Altstadt are updated daily.

As of January 2026, there are 20 operators available to choose from for cars in Altstadt.

Among different countries, including Altstadt, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the hire company you're considering before booking.

To hire a car in Altstadt, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific hire company you're booking with.