Car hire Hof Airport

The German city of Hof is served by a small airport which is located six kilometres from its centre and officially entitled Hof-Plauen Airport. It hosts a single flight to Frankfurt with the low-cost airline Cirrus, which operates on behalf of national carrier Lufthansa. Among the facilities here, car rental in Hof Airport is one of the most-used.

Hof Airport facilities

Although the airport is small and only supports a single carrier, its terminal is modern and attractive, with a few shops and snack bars as well as comfortable seating in a light, pleasant area. Parking spaces for a number of vehicles are available to the right and left of the terminal, with helicopter and general aviation services also supported on the complex.

Hof Airport excursions

Hof lies in northwest Bavaria, on the banks of the River Saale, and is a brief journey from the airport with car hire in Hof Airport. Set on the border with the Czech Republic, it's surrounded by forested hills and plains, and has a few interesting visitor sites including a botanic garden. It's best-known for its Schnitz, a rich stew containing sausage and root vegetables as well as its strong, locally-brewed beer.

Best time to visit

Hof's nickname is ‘Bavarian Siberia' as its temperatures, especially in winter, range slightly lower by a few degrees than in the rest of the state. Rainfall here averages around that of the rest of the country and snowfall in winter is higher due to the colder mean temperatures. The summer months are pleasant and warm, and the best times to visit.

Car rental in Hof Airport

As in the rest of the country, motoring in Bavaria isn't a challenge for experienced drivers visiting the region. All roads are kept in good condition and the lack of a speed limit on the autobahns shortens travel times considerably. Visitors planning to tour the area are recommended to compare car hire online and book in advance if they want the best deal.