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Economy car rental in Gent

The most popular models representing the mini, compact, and economy car segments in Gent are: Peugeot 107, Toyota Aygo, Hyundai Atos, Mini Classic, Ford Fiesta, Hyundai Accent and others.

When hiring a budget hatchback, it is definitely worth saving on insurance deposit (franchise). Deposits on small cars in Belgium vary from 100 to 1.000 euro/dollars. Check the rental conditions of each car in your selection to find a vehicle with a minimum deposit.

If your routes in Belgium are foreseen to pass through hilly areas or mountains, it is not recommended to consider very small cars for rental. Their engines are usually insufficient for a confident driving on the roads with long or steep climbs.

At the rental office in Gent, consider to take a 'Breakdown Assistance' package or ask an officer for a contact data to use in case of a vehicle breakdown. Cheap cars are sometimes unpredictable in operation.

Upon receipt of the rental invoice, please check that all the information, as well as the final payment amount do match the data in your voucher.

OrangeSmile.com wishes you a safe and great trip to Gent!

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Driving Advices for Belgium – Traffic Regulations and Road Usage Peculiarities

If the blood alcohol content is more than 0.8 ppm, the offender will have to pay the fine of 600 euro, and he will be allowed to drive his vehicle again 6 hours later. The abovementioned sum of money must be paid on the spot, otherwise the case will be submitted to court, and the sum of the fine will be increased to 12,000 euro. The suspension of the driving license for the period of up to 2 years can be imposed as an additional punishment.

Drivers with the driving experience of less than two years should be extremely cautious when consuming alcoholic beverages. There are no fines for this category of drivers. If you are caught driving under influence, your case will be submitted to court.

While driving, it is prohibited to use a cell phone if it is not equipped with a special «Hands Free» device. You should also not forget that the driver and passengers must always fasten seat belts. If a passenger did not fasten a seatbelt, the driver will be responsible for that violation.

Sightseeing of Gent, Belgium

Gent: topics

Local people are distinguished by love to nature and, in particular, to flowers. Ghent is surrounded by beautiful flower fields and the streets of the city are literally drowning in colorful fragrant flower beds. Flower Show is one of major national holidays of Ghent. This celebration is held only one time in 5 years. During the festival the city hosts colorful parades. Here are opened flower fair trades, and for a few days Ghent simply dives into the atmosphere of triumph and euphoria. Quite a notable fact - during the holiday not only local people have fun, but also thousands of tourists learn successfully local songs and dances. The hospitality and friendliness of local people still do Ghent Bole charming and cozy town.

Travelers are highly advised to visit the city during the days of 'Ghent Festival’, which is the biggest celebration of its kind in Europe. The venue of the festival is the central square of Ghent. Here take place all major activities. The main event of the holiday is a special fair, which attracts huge number of tourists from neighboring cities and countries. On numerous sales, which are organized during the festival, you can buy unique handmade crafts, interesting items for home decoration, candies and drinks, and other popular gifts. It should be also noted that previously all holiday activities were limited to a holiday fair only, but every year more and more interesting cultural events are organized during the festival - concerts, theater and dance performances.
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