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Santander Airport
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Carretera del aeropuerto, s/n
Maliano
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SIXT services in Santander

textWhether seeing Santander for a quick stop over or coming for a longer break, choose from convenient short-term rentals, weekend rentals or long-term rentals for your Santander car hire. Handy additional extras such as child seats, sat navs, or second driver options are available to make your trip all that much easier. Hatchbacks, saloons, convertibles and 4x4s are all yours for the taking, ensuring reliability and the confidence to know that your car hire is the easiest part of planning your trip.

What to do while in Santander

Santander is a hidden gem of the coastal regions. Large enough for great entertainment, this pristine city contains beauty, charm and history. Apart from the many stretches of beaches and a vast selection of restaurants, highlights include the major art destination, Centro Bodin, offering visitors a chance to see world-class pieces. Visit Santander Beach and spend the day relaxing or surfing or take a short drive in your hire car up to the Magdelena Peninsula and see the former royal palace and breathtaking views.

Winter in Santander

With mostly mild weather in winter, visitors to Santander will have plenty to do in this thriving coastal city. Enjoy architectural awe at the Gothic Santander Cathedral and look out from the bell tower for spectacular views. Shop for local produce at the bustling Mercado de la Esperenza market and be sure to see the Museum of Prehistory and Archeology of Cantabria. The adventurous can take an hour's drive to the snowy mountains of Cantabria and learn to ski the slopes at Alto Campoo.

Santander car hire

Santander car hire is the best way to explore the magnificent coastal city in the heart of the Cantabria region of Spain. SIXT provides affordable luxury and great prices on an all-star fleet of new vehicles. With brands such as Mini, BWM and Jeep, explore the coastal roads in a convertible, or take to the surrounding mountain areas in a high power 4x4. Hiring a car in Santander is easy. There’s a SIXT branch at the airport and our English-speaking staff can put a package together to best suit your itinerary with friendly 24/7 service. With jaw-dropping scenery and cultural splendour to take it at every turn, this stunning, remote city is waiting for you to explore.

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Good to know when renting in Santander

Under 25 Car Hire

In Spain the minimum rental age is 18 years old, the driver must hold a valid licence for at least a year and choice of cars may be limited.

Available Extras

If you need extra assistance during your trip then be sure to take advantage of available sat navs, child seats, extra driver options, and more!

One-Way Car Hire

A different drop-off location is usually possible, simply select a different drop-off branch to check. This must be organized beforehand, or charges can apply.

To rent a car with SIXT in Santander you need to be at least 18 with a valid license. Some car categories have a higher minimum rental age, and an underage driver fee may apply.