The appropriate documentation is necessary to submit at the day of pick-up. You can send us these document's via email aprox. 2 hours before borrowing , in this case please email at
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. Otherwise you will not be eligible to rent a car.
In case of an accident or a mechanical problem with our car, we will exchange the car for the duration of the repair period.
Ticket highway Czech Republic.
Regular maintenance car service.
The following is not included:
FUEL - check the car tank before returning . We recommend that you return the vehicle with the same level of fuel as it was at pick up point , otherwise You will be charge for missing fuel..
Parking and traffic fines.
Optional Extras. Child seats are mandatory in most countries and must be requested at the time of booking. Roof Racks, Bike Carriers, Snow Chains atc
Vehicle breakdown or accident
In the event of any mechanical difficulties or accidents involving your car it is important that details are reported to us within 24 hours. Local police should also be notified in the case of accidents and a signed police report obtained. Full details of third parties should also be obtained. You should retain copies of all rental documentation in the event an insurance company is involved.
Useful information for drivers about Czech policies and rules of the road
Age requirements for drivers in the Czech Republic
- To ride a motorcycle up to 50 cm3 - 15 years of age
- To sit in the front passenger seat - 15 years of age and a height of at least 150 cm
- To drive a car - 18 years of age
Rules of the road in the Czech Republic are very similar to those in other EU countries. On 1. 1. 2008 new stricter rules came into force intended to make Czech roads much safer. EU and international driving licences are both recognised in the Czech Republic.
The main rules
Headlights must be switched on all day, year round.
Children (smaller than 150 cm and weighing less than 36 kg) must be placed in a child seat at all times.
Speed limits
In the Czech Republic different speed limits apply in different environments (built-up areas, roads outside built-up areas and motorways). Unless stated otherwise, the following speed limits apply in these areas:
When stopped by the police
drivers must show their passport or other ID (citizens of EU member countries), driver’s licence (EU or international) and the vehicle documents (MOT certificate, third party insurance certificate and green card insurance document).
Alcohol and drugs
The Czech Republic operates a zero tolerance approach to the use of alcohol and other drugs prior to driving a motor vehicle. If any substance is found in a driver’s blood, this can lead to up to 3 years in jail and a fine of 25-50 000 Kč (900-1800 euros). The same fine applies if a driver refuses to undergo a breathalyser or blood test.
Using a mobile telephone behind the wheel
In the Czech Republic drivers are prohibited to hold a mobile phone in their hands while driving or to wedge the phone between ear and shoulder. You can be fined (50-90 euros) for breaking this rule. Drivers can only make and receive telephone calls using hands-free equipment.
Pedestrians
Pedestrians have right of way on crossings and drivers must stop and let them cross.
Motorways and tolls
There are 878 km of motorways and other main roads in the Czech Republic. If you wish to travel along motorways in your own car, you’ll need to have a special vignette stuck to the front windscreen. These can be purchased at petrol stations and post offices.
Vignettes for vehicles up to 3.5 tons
- 1 week – 220 Kč
- 1 month – 330 Kč
- 1 year – 1000 Kč
Vignettes for vehicles from 3.5 to 12 tons
- 1 week – 750 Kč
- 1 month – 2200 Kč
- 1 year – 8000 Kč
Tolls
Since 1. 1. 2007 vehicles weighing more than 12 tons must be equipped with a special device which counts the number of kilometres they travel on the motorway. Prices range from 2.30 to 4.20 Kč/km (0,80-1,50 euros). From 1. 7. 2007 these vehicles will also incur a charge for using A roads. For more information go to the Ministry of Transport website (www.mdcr.cz).
Accidents
Should you have an accident and the damaged caused reaches 50 000 Kč (1800 euros), or someone is injured, the police must be called to the scene (call 158). They will then draw up a report on the incident. Accidents must also be reported to the relevant insurance companies. In other cases, those involved in the accident are free to come to their own arrangements.
Roadside assistance
Insurance companies offer roadside assistance across Europe, and the number to call can usually be found on the policy itself. Therefore it is recommended that motorists seek assistance from the service associated with the insurance company with which the car or driver is insured.
