Sixt is a car hire is a company that has years of experience providing customers with car rentals throughout Europe and the rest of the world. If you are soon to be travelling to Bulgaria, give Sixt a call to see what car rental offers are available. Whatever car hire in Bulgaria you are looking to book, whether it be a convertible, a van or a family car, Sixt is keen to satisfy your needs. If you are looking for some extras for your car hire in Bulgaria, such as unlimited mileage cover or LDW insurance, please let Sixt know so that it can all be arranged before you start your journey in your car rental in Bulgaria.
It is vital that drivers are aware of the driving regulations when they visit a foreign country. Here are some of the key driving rules and regulations in Bulgaria: - Bulgarians drive on the right hand side of the road
- The wearing of a seat belt is mandatory
- There are basically three speed limits to obey in Bulgaria: 31mph (50kmph) in cities, 55mph (90kmph) in rural areas and 86mph (140kmph) on motorways
- The use of the horn is not allowed unless in exceptional circumstances, such as the avoidance of an accident
Depending on when you travel to Bulgaria, there are other road laws you may need to be aware of - it is recommended that you double-check the key facts before you travel.
Driving in Bulgaria is getting easier than it has been in previous years. Although some of the rural roads can be a little tricky to navigate, the motorways are generally of a good standard. One of the better roads in Bulgaria is the Trakia motorway (A1). If you are starting your journey in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, you can pick up your car hire in Bulgaria there and then and take the A1 motorway to Plovdiv, which is a journey of just over 90 miles. The motorway also continues all the way to the Black Sea resort of Burgas, which is a further 158 miles.
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You will need to be at least 20 with a driver’s license held for 1 year for a SIXT rental in Bulgaria. Some car categories have a higher minimum rental age, and a young driver surcharge applies to those under 23.
One-way rentals are allowed in Bulgaria, depending on the booking rate. Additional fees may apply.
If your plans in Bulgaria might change, don’t worry. Choose the Pay Later option when booking and cancel your reservation free of charge.
You will need a major credit card for a SIXT rental in Bulgaria. Some luxury and specialty car categories require 2 credit cards for rental.
Travel is only permitted to a few countries in select car categories. Prior approval is required and there is a foreign use charge.