Car hires in Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia

If you are hiring a vehicle in Essen, then be aware that the current speed limit within city or town limits is 50 km/h, unless otherwise posted. Suburban speed limits around Essen will generally have a speed limit of 100 km/h. If you are travelling on a motorway in Essen, then the speed limit is Advisory.

Those looking for a hire car in Essen during the month of January should expect temperatures to be around 2 °C and should expect around 70 mm of precipitation. This information can be helpful when choosing which car you’d like to rent.

The climate in North Rhine-Westphalia during January is usually 1 °C with an expected 71 mm of precipitation throughout the month. Those looking to hire a car and leave from Essen on a road trip to the surrounding area should take note of this information.

Prices for cars in Essen were last updated today.

As of January 2026, there are 45 operators available to choose from for cars in Essen.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Essen. In many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen hire company before booking.

When hiring a car in Essen, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are hiring abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual hire company you are booking with.