About Bitburg
Bitburg is a city in the German state of Rhineland-Palatinate, 50 km northeast of Luxembourg and 25 km northwest of Trier. In 2010 the city had a population of about 12 thousand people. Bitburg is located in close proximity to the American Spangdahlem Air Base. The Bitburger brewery is the most widely known establishment in the city. Bitburger is Germany’s third-best-selling beer brand, having sold over 3 million hectoliters in 2008.
NATO opened an air base in Bitburg in 1952, which was later turned over to the city in 1994. In 1995 that base became the Bitburg Airfield Trade Area, which features various facilities and establishments belonging to 180 enterprises. There is a railway network that provides transportation in the city. Major attractions in the city include the Regional Museum of Bitburg-Prum. The museum is located in a former agricultural school and it has many artifacts on display that represent the history of the region. Another interesting place is the cultural center, Haus Beda. Here you can enjoy exhibited works of painter Fritz von Wille.
Transportation to Bitburg City Center from Airport
Bitburg Airport
The airport located 3 km from the city of Bitburg does not operate scheduled flight services. Visitors traveling to Bitburg usually fly into Frankfurt Airport, which is located close to 3 hours away from the city. There are a variety of transportation alternatives to get to Bitburg from Frankfurt Airport including train, airport shuttle services, taxi, or rental car.
Train
One of the most convenient and affordable transportation alternatives to get to Bitburg from Frankfurt Airport is by train. Taking the train to Bitburg city center from Frankfurt Airport takes about 3 hours. The train from the airport to the city is very convenient but it can be troublesome if you have excess or heavy luggage. If you have excess or heavy luggage you can take a taxi, airport shuttle service, or rent a car. However, these alternatives are more expensive.
Taxi
Taxis are readily available at the terminal exit of Frankfurt Airport, which is one of the largest airports in the world. Taxis are generally reasonably priced and economical to get to Frankfurt city center. However taking a taxi to Bitburg can be quite costly due to the distance between the cities. A taxi from Frankfurt Airport to Bitburg city center takes about 2.5 hours.
However, if you are traveling in a group you can make taking a taxi a more economical option by splitting the fare. You can also try negotiating with the taxi driver to agree on a fixed fee to the city.
Rental Car
Renting a car is another method of transportation you can use to get to Bitburg. There are various rental car companies that have offices at Frankfurt Airport. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Hertz, AVIS, Alamo, and Europcar. Once you land you can rent your vehicle from one of these offices in minutes and be on your way to Bitburg. To guarantee vehicle availability we recommend booking your rental car in advance by making a reservation online.
Don’t forget to have your driver’s license with you. If you’re a first time visitor to the city we recommend having a GPS device with you to help navigate your way.
Airport Shuttle Services
Shuttle services are among the top transportation alternatives for those traveling in large groups from Frankfurt Airport to Bitburg city center. Shuttle services depart from in front of the terminal and provide transportation to Bitburg city center. These services operate at certain times of the day. The fee for airport shuttle services usually costs a little more than train.
Business travellers in and around Bitburg also tend to prefer traveling by shuttle service. You can get more information about shuttle services and make a reservation by going online. These services offer different vehicle options with the total passenger capacity varying from 1 passenger to 19 passengers. The total fee for these services varies depending on the total number of passengers traveling. Before considering this transportation alternative first determine the number of passengers you are traveling with to get a quote.
Limousine Rental
Another transportation alternative to get to Bitburg from Frankfurt Airport is by renting a limousine. This option provides passengers with an elite experience. Limousines come with a private chauffeur and are among the most expensive transportation alternatives. If you are willing to pay more to enjoy this privileged service then you can contact one of the limousine rental services that are available at the airport or make a reservation in advance online.
Shared Ride
If you are looking for a more economical yet comfortable transportation alternative to get to Bitburg city center then consider shared ride services. Sharing a ride with other passengers allows you to split the fare, so you can enjoy the comfort of door-to-door transportation at a fraction of the price. But to do so you must first find other passengers who are traveling to Bitburg and who are willing to share a ride
