Imagine – Friday afternoon, the sun is gently setting, and you… are just finishing packing your bag into the trunk. Instead of standing in line at the train station or cramming into the train, you hit the road – with your own playlist, stops for coffee at stations with a view, and a plan that belongs only to you.
A long weekend is a magical time in Poland. In spring, it is often combined with the May Day holiday – and then the Masurian lakes, the Karkonosze trails, or the Baltic Sea take on a new charm. In summer – it is time for a quick trip to the lake or the mountains to catch your breath before another busy week. But… how to prepare for such a trip with a rented car? We have collected everything you need to know.
1. Why is it worth renting a car for a long weekend?
- 🚗 Freedom of choice – you are not tied to a timetable. You stop when you want and go where your eyes take you.
- 🏕️ More comfort – even a few hours of travel can be a pleasure if you have air conditioning, comfortable seats and your own rhythm.
- 💰 Savings – especially if you share the costs with loved ones. Renting a car can be cheaper than 4 round-trip train tickets.
2. Which car to choose for a weekend trip?
- For couples and small groups: Toyota Yaris – agile, economical and easy to park. Great if you’re planning a city break or a sightseeing trip.
- For families and teams: Nissan Qashqai – space, boot, drive and comfort on the road. This is an SUV designed for trips out of town and longer routes.
- For a May Day holiday with a barbecue and bikes? MG HS or RAV4 – they will hold everything and cope with any road.
3. When to book and how not to overpay?
📆 Rule number one: the earlier, the cheaper. Cars are booked for the May Day weekend even a few weeks in advance.
💡 Pay attention to the rental conditions:
- ✅ No deposit - real savings right away
- ✅ No mileage limit - no stress about the odometer
- ✅ Pick-up of the car in a convenient location: e.g. in Warsaw, Wrocław, Kraków or with delivery
4. Inspirations for weekend routes
- Masuria – silence, peace, lakes, sunrises over the water
- Subcarpathia – routes through the Bieszczady Mountains to Ustrzyki
- Lower Silesia – Czocha Castle, Jelenia Góra, Karpacz and the famous road of a hundred bends
Summary
You don't need weeks of vacation to feel the adventure. Sometimes all you need is three days off, a full tank and a car that will take you exactly where you want to go. Check out the available models on MobiCars and book your weekend on four wheels - without limits, without stress and with complete freedom of choice.
