One Way Car Hire in Europe with Sixt

Italian for Thousand Miles, the Mille Miglia is probably the best way to sample Northern Italy in a rental car, although you don't have to make the full thousand mile trip. Start off by renting your favorite vehicle at the tour start point and drive off into the gorgeous Riviera distance. Stopping off at beautiful landmark cities such as Verona, Bologna and Florence you can sample delicious cuisine and sights. Enjoy a glass of wine by Lake Garda, visit Pozzolengo Castle and cross over the famous Tiberius Bridge on your eventful road trip. After a breath-taking drive over the Apennine Mountains, your final stop is Rome, where you can hand your car hire back to Sixt Rome and explore this historical and culture rich capital.

Claimed to be the best in the world, this mountain road is definitely something that all driving enthusiasts must experience at least once. After picking up your car rental from Bucharest head to Brasov near Piteçti where the road begins. Make sure you drive cautiously, as the Transfagarasan rises to a height of 2134 meters and has sharp hairpin turns. The road is also closed from October till June due to heavy snow, so be sure to check in advance when you wish to explore it fully. A notable stop-off includes Poenari Castle which was the property of Vlad the Impaler, the main inspiration for Dracula. His fortress rewards you with panoramic views once you have reached the top. Next your road trip continues to Vidraru Lake, a tranquil and scenic lake with a tunnel that leads to the highest point of the Transfagarasan and finally to the end near Sibiu. Whether you are on vacation in Romania between June and September or here to test out the greatest road in the world, the Transfagarasan road trip is an amazing and unforgettable experience in a rental car.

This once medieval trade route is now an idyllic tour that takes you through historic villages and towns, and past fairytale castles and towers. Named this way for a reason, the Romantic Road shows off traditional Germany, and you can see it all from the comfort of your own Sixt car hire. Start the road trip by picking up your quality rental at Würzburg and be sure to check out the Residenz, one of the most beautiful palaces in Germany. Drive south to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, the most medieval town in Germany which was the inspiration for Pinocchio and stay over in a cute B&B to savour this charming location. Along your travels south through Bavaria there are many more notable attractions that are both special and unique. Towards the end of your 260 mile road trip, you will come across Neuschwanstein Castlewhich is one of the most breath-taking castles in the country and offers panoramic views from its mountainside grounds. The final stop is Füssen which is just a few miles north of the Austrian border. The choice is now yours; either hand back in your rental car keys or continue into Austria for an action-packed skiing vacation.

This ultimate European road trip is certainly the ideal way to explore Alpine Europe in your Sixt car rental. Pick up your vehicle from your preferred French Riviera destination and begin this cross-country road trip of a lifetime. After navigating this French region, explore Embrun and then make your way north to the Swiss city of Geneva where you can spend a day or two exploring the cafés and shops. As this road trip can be tailored to your interests, you can next head to historic and culture-rich Lucerne, or the adventure-sports capital Interlaken depending on what you prefer. Those looking to see it all can visit both, as each offers extraordinary experiences. For the final leg of the journey in your hire car, be sure to have your camera at the ready as you make the descent south into Italy through the mountains. Steep winding roads will lead you to the stunning shores of Lake Como where you can either relax with some fine food, or try out water-sports like windsurfing. The last stop is Turin, a hidden gem amongst popular Italian cities, where you can enjoy the immense atmosphere at a Juventus F.C. game and hand in your keys to the Sixt Turin station.

Offering travellers plenty of sun, sea and sangria, Spain is an ideal tourism location for many. However, with a Sixt rental car you can take the road less travelled and see the hidden Spain not many get the chance to witness. Beginning in Barcelona, pick up your car hire and explore this vibrant city in style. Choose a convertible rental when driving along the coast (it's cheaper than you think!), and the whole road trip experience is made so much better. Next, drive south towards Valencia, stopping to take in the ancient city of Tarragona which is a distinct hidden gem. Once in Valencia you can enjoy both old and new architecture from the historic Cathedral to the modern Oceanogràfic aquarium. For the next part of the journey, enjoy a scenic and serene drive in your rental car over the Sierra Nevada mountain range and drop into Granada. For the final journey you will see the peninsula of Gibraltar, Benahavis and Ronda before making your final stop in Seville. This road trip is a fantastic alternative to your normal family holiday and can span however long you want depending on your plans.