Rental Cars, Rail, Bus Services in Europe (France, Italy, Germany, Austria, Switzerland)

If the countryside is your preferred destination in Europe, you will be renting a car. Major hire car companies are Avis, Hertz, Europcar, Budget, Thrifty. A few local budget companies are on offer as well.

When travelling across various countries in Europe, bear in mind that traffic regulations are proper to each of them. So, it is possible, that in a single days you will have to adjust to different speed limits, road signs or parking rules. In all cases, your rental car should have a guide with the highlights of each country; take the time to study it.

Insuring your rental car is a must and the majority of hirers won't let you use their car without comprehensive cover. If you use a GPS device, make sure you are prepared with the proper maps in their latest versions.