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Hertz DE review

Updated October 17, 2026 · NomadCue Editorial Team

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Our verdict

Hertz Germany requires a valid driving licence held for at least one year, an original passport or identity card, and a credit card in the main driver’s name for rental charges and pre-authorization.

Key facts

Best for
Drivers collecting a Hertz rental car in Germany and checking required documents and payment cards.
Products
Car-rental
Mobile app
Yes↗
Legal entity
Hertz Autovermietung GmbH↗
Headquarters
Germany↗
Official website
hertz.de

Facts checked October 17, 2026, 2 sources

Pros and cons

Pros

  • The licence, identification and card conditions are detailed

Cons

  • A card in the main driver’s name is required; photocopies of identity documents are not accepted

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Who it suits

  • Drivers collecting a Hertz rental car in Germany and checking required documents and payment cards.

Who should look elsewhere

  • Renters after a hire car for one short trip inside a single town
  • Travelers wanting a flight and hotel package bundled with the vehicle

Products

Hertz Germany requires a valid driving licence held for at least one year, an original passport or identity card, and a credit card in the main driver’s name for rental charges and pre-authorization. Some renters may also need an international permit or translation. Any booking card brought must be in the main driver’s name.

Charges and drop off

Rental charges and the authorization placed at collection are both linked to the main driver's payment card, so that card should be ready before the vehicle is picked up. Vans in particular can be dropped off at a different station from the one where they were taken, which suits a move that ends in another town. Many local rental stations spread across the country mean a branch is often close to a planned route, which makes one way journeys easier to arrange. Renters should also bring a driving licence and identity documents when they collect the vehicle.

Who Runs the Service

The operator is Hertz Autovermietung GmbH, a company based in Kelsterbach that runs the German online booking channel. Customers who book through this channel therefore work with the German arm of the brand rather than a separate travel agent. The company works with a broad mix of vehicles and station networks across the country. Renters who want to know the full range can explore vehicle types online before they book.

Range Across Germany

Hertz in Germany rents a broad mix of vehicles, from city cars for everyday driving to larger models for family holidays. The choice includes luxury saloons, sports cars and zero emission electric cars, alongside SUVs, lorries, vans and minibuses that can carry several passengers together with bulky luggage. Removal vans come in several sizes, including compact transporter models and larger versions with more load space, so a move can be matched to the amount of cargo. Vehicle types can be explored online before collection, which helps drivers pick the right size.

Our full take

Hertz DE (hertz.de) offers car and van rental in Germany and worldwide, booked directly with Hertz.

How Hertz DE compares

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicle types can renters choose in Germany?+

Renters can choose from luxury saloons, sports cars, zero emission electric cars, SUVs, vans, lorries and minibuses. Smaller city cars suit short trips in busy towns, while larger models serve holidays with the whole family. Vans and minibuses bring extra room for luggage or furniture, which is useful during a move and for groups travelling together.

Where can a rental vehicle be collected in Germany?+

Collection is possible from one of the many local rental stations spread across the country. Pick up and drop off do not have to take place at the same branch, so a van taken in one town can be left in another. This flexibility helps renters who plan a journey that finishes far from where it started.

Who is the German rental service mainly suited to?+

Holidaymakers planning road trips, families needing extra seats, people moving home and drivers who want an electric car may all find the range useful. Business travellers who need a dependable vehicle for a work trip can also rely on the choice. Renters with a clear route in mind can pick a model that fits the journey.

Which company operates Hertz DE?+

Hertz DE is operated by Hertz Autovermietung GmbH. (Source, checked October 17, 2026)

Where is Hertz DE based?+

Hertz DE is based in Germany. (Source, checked October 17, 2026)

Sources

Compiled from 2 source pages, checked October 17, 2026. We did not open an account.

Not confirmed yet: Booking fees.

Hertz DE

Drivers collecting a Hertz rental car in Germany and checking required documents and payment cards.

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