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Car Rental Leeuwarden

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Car rental companies in Leeuwarden

Below are the car rental companies in Leeuwarden with the best ratings. Compare all ratings and prices of these rental companies in one search.

  • Budget

    8.9 (9604)
    No rates available
  • Hertz

    8.7 (6852)
    No rates available
  • Thrifty

    8.6 (5438)
    No rates available
  • Avis

    8.1 (5940)
    No rates available
  • Europcar

    8 (8061)
    No rates available
  • Dollar Rent a Car

    7.8 (4314)
    No rates available

Car rental companies in and around Leeuwarden

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Car rental locations in Leeuwarden

EasyTerra Car Rental Leeuwarden compares prices of car rental companies at the following locations:

De Ruyterweg 98
Drachtsterweg 5
James Wattstraat 22a
Natalstraat 35
Snekertrekweg 89

Location information for Leeuwarden

Introduction

Leeuwarden is the capital of the province of Friesland. It is a headstrong province with a language of its own (Frisian, Leeuwarden is called Ljouwert in Frisian). It is one of the eleven cities in Friesland, and it is the start and finish of the famous 200 kilometres skating race known as the Elfstedentocht.
The symbol of the city is the statue of a cow - 'Us Mem' or 'Our Mother' - which indicates the agrarian nature of the province. The city has many historical buildings, like the Princessehof, the city hall and the Waag. Parts of the old fortifications have also been preserved.

Population

For a provincial capital, Leeuwarden has relatively few inhabitants: over 90,000. This is not enough to make it one of the 30 largest cities in the Netherlands. The people of Leeuwarden are sometimes called 'Galgenlappers' (Gallows chippers), because at one time they allegedly demanded that other Frisian cities chip in to pay for the city's gallows.

Location

The city is located in the north of the Netherlands. At one time, the city was connection to the Waddenzee via the Middelzee, which made the city a considerably important trading post. However, sedimentation has filled the Middelzee completely. Leeuwarden is located 60 kilometres to the east of Groningen and 130 kilometres to the north-east of Amsterdam.

Economy

The province's agrarian nature still plays an important role in the city's economy. It has, for instance, the country's largest cattle market and there are big dairy plants. In addition, telecommunication and the optical industry are also represented. The the north-west of the city, there is an important air force base, air force base Leeuwarden.
There are also large education institutes, and the city is an administrative centre.

Airports

The nearest civilian airport is Groningen Airport Eelde, which chartered flights to holiday destinations in southern Europe and regular flights to the Scottish city of Aberdeen and Stavanger in Norway. The national airport Schiphol is an hour and half's drive.

Public transport

In Leeuwarden, Arriva operates bus services. The company operates local and regional bus services, which come together at the train station to the south of the old city centre. Frisian places like Drachten, Sneek and Joure are easy to reach by bus, and there is also a regular bus service to Groningen.
Near the FEC (Fryslân Expo Centre) there is a large car park where you can park your car for free and take the FecCity bus to the city centre.
By train, you can travel directly to Groningen and Amsterdam. For the ferries to the Frisian Wadden islands there is a train connection to Harlingen.

Traffic and Parking

Leeuwarden can be reached via two motorways: de A31 connecting Harlingen and Drachten, and the A32 to Heerenveen and Meppel. Near Harlingen, there is a connection to the A7, which crosses the Afsluitdijk to Amsterdam. Near Drachten, there is another connection to the A7, this time to Groningen.

Although Leeuwarden is not a busy place, be aware that cars are kept out of the old city centre as much as possible. In the centre there are plenty of places to park. Along the entry roads, dynamic signs inform drivers about available parking spaces. The system takes the situation when you arrive at the car park into account.

In the area around the old city centre, there is a so-called 'blue zone'. Using a parking disc you can park there for two hours (unless indicated otherwise). Behind the train station (within walking distance of the centre) there is a large P+R area.

Hotels

For a city of this size, Leeuwarden has a considerable number of hotels and bed & breakfast (in Frisian: bed & brochje) accommodations. The luxury hotels are located in the centre of the city. The prime example is the 18th century Hotel Paleis Het Stadhouderlijk Hof, which until 1971 belonged to the Royal Family. Generally speaking, you do not have to book your hotel room in advance, unless you have a particular hotel in mind.

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Practical information

  • Currency
    Euro
  • Driving direction
    Right
  • City speed limit
    50 km/h
  • Freeway speed limit
    80 km/h
  • Language
    Dutch
  • Popular car category
    Mini

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Is EasyTerra Car Rental the cheapest?

Yes, we offer a guarantee of the lowest price - because we compare various retailers, we can always offer you the best price in town.

What do I need to do when picking up a car?

To pick up your car, you will need your voucher, passport, driver's license and a credit card. It is very important that your driver's license and credit card are in the same name as the main driver. Keep in mind that the local rental company will reserve a certain amount on your credit card as a deposit. This requires the PIN code for your credit card. If your driver's license is foreign (for example, in Chinese), you must bring a translation with you. Only your original passport and driver's license will be accepted - a copy is not sufficient.

Are there any additional costs?

Our rates are all-inclusive. Our reservation department will inform you in advance should additional costs apply. You can always cancel your booking free of charge if you do not agree (this must be done at least 48 hours prior to the start of the car hire period).

What kind of insurance is applicable to my car rental?

In general, Liability Insurance, Fire Insurance, All-Risks Insurance and Theft Insurance are included in the cost of your rental car.

What is a worry-free label?

Only rental companies with a high level of customer satisfaction are eligible to be included in our Worry-Free selection. This rate includes excess cover and unlimited kilometres. Your vehicle will be provided and must be returned with a full tank of fuel. With a vehicle from our Worry-Free selection, you can travel with peace of mind and no hidden costs.

How can I change or cancel my reservation?

You can cancel your reservation through "My Account". We recommend contacting us by phone if your changes to your booking or cancellation takes place at short notice (48 hours or less).

When will I get a confirmation of my booking?

Most reservations will receive confirmation within minutes after payment takes place. We recommend contacting our Booking Department for last minute reservations (pick-up within 48 hours).

Which car rental companies are compared by EasyTerra Car Rental at this location?
  • Budget
  • Hertz
  • Thrifty
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Dollar Rent a Car
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