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Driving is on the right side of the road.

Berlin-Schönefeld Airport rental cars may be either automatic OR manual transmission. Make sure to verify when booking if you are not comfortable with a manual transmission.

Your local drivers' licence is required.

An International Drivers' Permit (or IDP) may be required, especially if your local drivers' licence is in a language other than the local language (you may inquire when you pick up your car).

Berlin Driving Stress Level: 4/10

Travellers who prefer their independence and would like to explore Berlin by car will be pleasantly surprised. Compared to other large cities, Berlin is a fairly car-friendly town. Although there are traffic jams during rush-hour, the streets of Berlin are not too busy and easy to drive on. The inner city motorway and numerous main roads provide a well developed network for drivers. Berlin's districts and main sights are well signposted, so that drivers who are unfamiliar with the city will easily be able to orient themselves.

Parking garages in Berlin are known for being expensive, although they are really the only option for those wishing to park close to the central shopping areas. Most car parks in Berlin operate on a pay and display basis. Street parking is available along some residential streets, mainly in the city's eastern districts.

Driving in Germany is usually simple and most routes are well signposted. A number of fast autobahns, such as the A10, are located on the outskirts of Berlin and close to SXF Berlin-Schönefeld Airport. These main roads allow you to reach surrounding towns and cities quickly.

When returning to the airport, use the following address for navigation systems: Airport Schoenefeld, 12529 Berlin (for orientation: Mittelstrasse / Am Seegraben / B96a).

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