If your trip to Chemnitz is all booked but your travel itinerary is a little on the empty side, let us give you a helping hand.Not too far from the city center, Karl Marx Monument is one attraction to consider adding to your to-do list. Roter Turm Tower and Chemnitz Museum of Natural History are also a stone’s throw away and worth checking out.

If you’re searching for other places to check out, Familienstrand Kahnsdorf has no shortage of things to see and do. Situated 30 miles from Chemnitz, Hainer See is one of its biggest attractions.

If you’re in town for a conference, you’ll find Stadthalle Congress Center 0.2 miles away. During one of the breaks, head to a nearby restaurant to grab a moment to yourself — networking and socializing can be exhausting.

Sure, you could vacation in Chemnitz without a rental car. But with so much to check out here, having one would make your stay more enjoyable. If you’d like to get out of the city and on the open road, book a ride with a bit of power. A full-size or mid-size SUV will get you to the area’s snowfields in roomy style. Planning to spend most of your getaway right in the city? A smaller car like a compact or mini is a great choice. Maneuvering through narrow lanes and squeezing into tiny parking spots will be easy in one of these.

There’s loads of choice when it comes to renting a car in Chemnitz. From SUVs with trunk space galore to zippy little compacts that make parking a breeze, you’ll find it all here. Choosing your ride of course depends on your budget and what you intend to do. There are some road trips that are just begging you to splurge on your dream ride, whereas others don’t need more than enough space for your luggage and buddies. Which car will you be sliding behind the wheel of this trip?

In Chemnitz, you’ll need to stick to the right side. When exploring a new place, it’s wise to rent an automatic car. That way, you can concentrate on the road and not stress about gear changes.

It’s relatively easy to find somewhere to park in Chemnitz, although you might find it hard to get a spot in the busier areas. Booking a hotel that has parking included will make things more convenient.

As the population of Chemnitz is approximately 247,200, you probably won’t have much trouble with traffic congestion. That said, city center streets can get busy in the rush hours before and after work, so you may want to avoid driving during these times.

While navigating through the streets of Chemnitz, keep in mind that the speed limits generally range from 30km/h to 130km/h. Residential areas are 30km/h unless posted otherwise.

One of two things will happen. Your rental company may bill the amount of the fine to your credit card. This is the usual approach. Otherwise, it may pass on your contact information to local authorities so the fine is issued to you directly.

Provided you have hands-free functions like Bluetooth enabled, it’s fine to use your phone while driving a car in Chemnitz. But be sure to keep focused on the road.

In Chemnitz, it is a criminal offence to operate a vehicle with a BAC (blood alcohol content) above 0.05%. If you’re going to have a drink or two with lunch or dinner, you’d be wise to leave the rental car at your hotel.

No, so don’t risk a fine by doing it. In Chemnitz, red means stop, with no exceptions. When approaching traffic lights, always drive at a safe speed so you can easily stop if you need to.

Although there are a small number of exceptions, seat belts must be fastened in Saxony.