Cheap Thrifty Car Hire Deals at Köln, Bilderstöckchen Geldernstr./Parkgürtel, Cologne

To save on refueling costs when departing from Köln, Bilderstöckchen Geldernstr./Parkgürtel, look for deals with a 'full to full' tank fuel policy, or even better, a free tank fuel policy, as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

When renting a car, understand the fuel policy. A 'Full-to-Full' policy means you return the car with a full tank, while 'Same-to-Same' means you return it with the same level of fuel. Full-to-Full is often more cost-effective.

Select a car that fits the number of passengers and luggage for a comfortable journey.

Planning to rent a car with Thrifty for more than a couple of weeks? No problem! Simply enter your desired dates when searching, and we'll show you available options. Remember, renting for a full month might be cheaper than renting for three weeks.

Some rental companies offer a free tank of fuel with your rental. Be sure to understand the terms, including how much fuel you need to return the car with and any potential fees for not meeting these conditions.

Download offline maps or bring a secondary GPS in case the station's signal is weak.

Always keep your rental agreement, identification, and insurance information easily accessible during your rental period. This can help resolve any issues quickly.

Before renting a car, check if your personal car insurance covers rental losses. Many personal auto insurance policies and credit cards offer coverage for rentals, which could save you from extra insurance fees.