Rastatt is a city located on the German border with France in the state of Baden-Württemberg. It enjoys close proximity to several major cities including Karlsruhe, Stuttgart and Strasbourg, so car hire in Rastatt can help when reaching those places. The city is well-known for its two huge castles: Schloss Favorite and Schloss Rastatt, demonstrating the area's importance in the early 18th century. Many visitors to Rastatt use the town as a base for their travels, venturing into Karlsruhe or taking in the sublime beauty of the Black Forest. You can hire a car in Rastatt from the town centre and nearby Karlsruhe, amongst other locations.
Most visitors to Rastatt will make the trip to the town's two famous castles: Schloss Rastatt and Schloss Favorite. The latter is located around 6km outside of town, so hiring a car in Rastatt is advised. The Black Forest is situated south of Rastatt, making the town a good base for your adventure into the depths of the German countryside. Take the A5 south through Baden-Baden and enjoy the rolling landscape. Karlsruhe is less than half an hour north on the A5, and the Karlsruhe Zoo is popular with tourists who wish to explore the Black Forest and entertain the kids. Rent a car in Rastatt and Strasbourg is just 45 minutes away on the A35.