Car Hire Memmingen Airport (FMM)

You’ll find our Avis counter at Memmingen Airport located within the car rental centre just outside the terminal building. Our Avis rental car collection is a short walk away in the designated rental airport parking. When you are returning your rental car to the airport just follow signs to the designated car rental return area “Mietwagen - Car rental” on your way to the airport.

Memmingen Airport (FMM) has its roots as a military airfield but was converted to civilian use in 2004.  It is also known as Allgäu Airport as it serves the Allgäu region in south Swabia.

Today it serves 60 destinations in 24 countries, offering a popular destination for low cost airline passengers and is the third largest airport in Germany’s Federal State of Bavaria after Munich and Nuremburg welcoming around 3.2  million visitors each year.

The airport is located on the eastern edge of Memmingen with good road access to the wider Unterallgäu region via the the federal route Autobahn 96 and Bundesautobahn 7 (A7), Germany’s longest highway connecting the north and south of the country extending right from the Austrian and Danish borders.

If you are driving in Germany for the first time or have just arrived in Europe, make sure you familiarise yourself with the driving rules for Germany  before picking up your car. Some key road rules in and around Berlin include driving on the right and overtaking on the left.

Be aware that aware that in cities with a tram network, trams have priority. Trams on the move can usually be overtaken on the right, but you can overtake on the left if it is necessary and safe.

Mobile phones can only be used as a built-in audio device.

What are the age requirements for renting a car in Bavaria, Germany?

The minimum age to rent a car with Avis in Bavaria and the rest of Germany is 19. Age restrictions also vary by vehicle and some selected car groups are not available to drivers under the age of 25.

There is currently no maximum age for hiring a rental car, so long as you have had a full, valid, licence for at least 1 year. Some additional steps may be required for those who are over the age of 75 on the date of the scheduled return. When you book, you’ll be told if there are any maximum age restrictions for the vehicle you request. If you’re not sure, please check your booking confirmation email – or call the reservations team. 

What documents do I need to hire a car in Germany?

To hire a car in Bavaria, Germany, you just need to bring your:

• Driving licence
• The credit card used to make your booking (if it's a high value vehicle two payment cards must be provided, one of which needs to be a credit card),
• Proof of any discount (such as a frequent flyer or Avis Preferred card. 
• Photo ID for international rentals (such as a passport or driving licence) taken in the last 10 years.

Can I pick up my rental car at Memmingen Airport and return it to another location?

One-way car rental with Avis makes it easy to go from A to B without driving full circle. That means you can collect your Avis hire car from Memmingen Airport and then return it to another Avis office whether that’s in Germany or even another country in Europe. Many of our Avis locations offer a 24-hour drop-off facility, which makes a one-way car hire hassle-free and very user-friendly. Simply check out our many available one-way journeys and start planning your route. When you are ready to book, just specify your destination in the booking panel and we will arrange it for you.

Is it worth hiring a car in Bavaria?

Renting a car at Memmingen Airport gives you the freedom of independent travel as well as the opportunity to plan road trip in Bavaria, one of Germany’s most beautiful regions.

The Avis team at Memmingen Airport are experts on Bavaria and the surrounding area and can offer advice on the best routes to take and make your trip a smooth one from the moment you touch down.

What is parking and EV charging like in Memmingen?

Parking in Memmingen is easy to find and you can find out more about the parking options and EV charging from the city council.

From the Avis car park at Memmingen Airport to the centre of Memmingen is a drive of 4.9km which will take around 9min depending on the time of day. Head west from the airport via Mühlenweg and take the Tiroler Ring following signs to the centre of the town.

There’s so much to see and do in Bavaria and starting off in Memmingen is the perfect introduction to this beautiful part of southern Germany. The town of Memmingen boasts a charming old town and numerous attractions, including two museums where you can discover more about the region’s history and culture; The Memmingen Municipal Museum and the Antoniter and Strigel Museum. Art lovers are also well catered for at the MEWO Art Gallery, which houses both touring exhibitions and permanent art works.

St Martin’s church and the renaissance-style town hall, Stadt Memmingen, are two of the city’s top attractions and after exploring, there are numerous tree-lined squares where you can relax in a cafe and watch the world go by.

Outdoor sports lovers are spoilt for choice in the region, with signposted trails and Nordic walking routes meandering through the countryside.

Southern Germany is a fascinating part of the country blessed with stunning Alpine scenery, lakes, mountains, fairytale castles and vibrant cities. From Munich’s historic Hofbräuhaus and the Frauenkirche, to the Five Lakes region and Zugspitze, the highest mountain in Germany offering breathtaking and stunning views of the surrounding Alps, it is an enchanting destination with something for everyone.

Monastery of St. Mang

The Monastery of St. Mang is just over an hour’s drive from Memmingen Airport (via the A7). Situated here is the Füssen Heritage Museum, which houses art and archaeological artefacts. In this former Benedictine monastery you can also explore a medieval cloister and one of the most expansive collections of antique violins in Europe.

Neuschwanstein Castle

Originally built for King Ludwig II between 1869 and 1886, this incredible fortification overlooks the village of Hohenschwangau and is under 90 minutes from Memmingen Airport (via the A7). This fairytale castle looks like something out of a children’s book with its turret, spires and medieval flourishes.

Munich

Bavaria’s capital city, Munich is brimming with historic and cultural attractions. Despite its size, the city maintains a small-town feel and the central square, Marienplatz, is the ideal place to start exploring. Be sure to check out Englischer Garten – an expansive urban park popular with both locals and tourists.