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Netherlands car hire tips
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Where to pick up your car
There are over 55 car hire locations in Netherlands, and the most popular city is Amsterdam.
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Top car rental brands
The most popular car rental brands in Netherlands are Europcar, Green Motion, Dollar, Budget and Thrifty.
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Best time to hire a car
The cheapest months to pick up your car hire in Netherlands are November and October.
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Local currency
Euro (EUR)
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Side of road
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Hire a car in the Netherlands
The Netherlands packs a hefty array of sites and into its small plot of land.
A culturally rich and exceedingly creative country, the Netherlands has a dense concentration of artists and contemporary artisans, which has influenced its free-thinking atmosphere. While the pancake-flat country may not provide the dramatic scenery of its European neighbours, its never-ending landscape is an inviting scene, dotted with windmills, churches, and canals.
Drive by the vast beds of blooming flowers on your way to the country’s small pilgrim villages, for a different perspective of the Netherlands.
Car hire information in the Netherlands
Driving tips
Parking
In the cities, where you see blue stripes, you must use a blue parking disk. Parking is not permitted on curbs with black, yellow or white markings. In general, it’s best to try and park outside of the city as parking is very expensive.
Cyclists
There are loads of cyclists and bicycle lanes on most major roads in the Netherlands. Bicycles always have right of way. Be vigilant and watch your mirrors.
Tolls
There are none! So no need to worry about it.
Trams
They have priority at intersections of roads, so give way.
Bridges
With lots of water and canals comes lots of bridges. You’ll likely find yourself waiting at an open lift bridge at some point. It is common to turn off your car engine when this happens.
The Netherlands car hire stats
Frequently asked question | Answer |
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Most popular place to hire a car in The Netherlands | Amsterdam |
Most popular rental length | Three days |
Most popular month to rent a car | August, where a hire car costs on average £24.60 per day |
Type of car | Average cost per day | Minimum cost per day |
Mini | £16.80 | £1.70 |
Economy | £19.70 | £1.90 |
Compact | £22.30 | £2.20 |
Amsterdam
Car hire tips
The most popular car rental pickup location in the Netherlands, Amsterdam serves as the perfect base to start your road trip.
Car hire pick up point | Prices from… | Average price |
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Amsterdam Airport | £4.00 per day | £23.50 per day |
Amsterdam Downtown | £10.20 per day | £26.10 per day |
Cheapest month / most expensive month | Average cost per day of car hire in Amsterdam |
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January | £20.00 |
March | £28.40 |
Travel tips
“Coffeeshops” – A coffee shop here is very different to a cafe. If you are in need of a coffee, don’t wander into a coffeeshop as you won’t be asked what type of espresso you want… Try a cafe instead!
Amsterdam City Card – Pick up one of these cards to save money when visiting the city’s museums and popular attractions.
Cyclists – Whether you’re walking or driving, watch out for cyclists. Biking is a serious thing here and you do not want to get in the way of cyclists. Be mindful of the bike lanes as to avoid looking like an oblivious tourist.
Park and ride – Driving in the city itself isn’t highly recommended. To save yourself money and stress, park outside Amsterdam at a park and ride, then take public transport into the city.
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Cities of the Netherlands
Rotterdam
As Europe’s largest and busiest sea port, Rotterdam has a down-to-earth, straight shooting atmosphere about it. But it’s also a city that has steadily risen as a place of interest to tourists. Rotterdam’s skyline is shaped by bold, modern architecture and at street-level, public art has been crafted by international artists.
Top attraction:
Well the Euromast may seem a bit of an eyesore on Rotterdam’s skyline, compared with the city’s attractive modern architecture, it does provides superb views. Built in 1960, the 185 metre observation town is an iconic Rotterdam landmark. It houses two restaurants and a viewing platform from which you can see Belgium on a clear day.
Eindhoven
Though Eindhoven isn’t among the Netherland’s usual go to places, the city is brimming with electric energy and innovation. The Netherland’s fifth-largest city, it was where electronics giant, Philips, was founded and today houses the Dutch Design Academy. Eindhoven’s contagious creativity makes it a lively place to visit.
Top attraction:
As the birthplace of Philips, you’ll find mementos of the company all around the city, but the Philips Museum is the crowning highlight. Housed in the warehouse where Gerard Philips crafted his first incandescent light bulb, the museum is an enlightening reflection on the company and innovative thinking.
Maastricht
Maastricht is a city of lively orchestration, with shops, architecture, art and cuisine that rivals the likes of Amsterdam and other European destinations. The city’s multiculturalism adds to its unique flair. And as the oldest city in the Netherlands, there’s a historic atmosphere, which provides another layer of intrigue to the city.
Top attraction:
Buried below the surface of Maastricht, St Peter’s Caves are an intriguing labyrinth of 8000 passageways, which span over 80km. Originally dug out as limestone quarries, the tunnels were eventually converted into air raid shelters during WWII. Today, they offer visitors a glimpse into the the city’s past.