Enjoy unlimited train travel throughout all of Germany this fall and winter. Save 10% on the 3 or 4-day German Rail Pass when you book before December 12, 2019 for travel before January 31, 2020.
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German Rail Pass

Explore Germany by train with the flexibility of this great rail pass

Travel on the national rail network of Germany
Freedom to take multiple train journeys per travel day
Issued as a paper document
Your choice of a 1st or 2nd class rail pass
Children under 12 travel free with Adult
Discounted Youth (under 28) passes
Multi-person Twin Pass discount for 2 or more passengers traveling together
Flexible: choose where you want to go, and when

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3 days continuous PROMO (travel must finish by Jan. 31)	$264	$196
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Overview

The saying is as old as the hills. Why not see the hills where it just may have originated? The German Rail Pass from Rail Europe gives you unlimited train travel from three to ten days. Plenty of time to frolic around the many rooms of the Schloss Neuschwanstein near Fussen, or marvel at Wartburg Castle built in 1067 AD.

And what would coming home to the castle every night be without a cold beer waiting? Sample the finest of the local breweries in Germany without having to worry about airports or driving. Perhaps most of all, the history of Germany demands to be shared.

Rail Europe can help you plan a thoughtful itinerary that lets you travel through the footsteps of times past. And don’t forget the Black Forest and Rhine Valley. There may be a lot to see when you travel in Germany, but there’s really only one way to efficiently see it all.

With the German Rail Pass you can also travel on DB trains to the following stations:
Basel Badischer Bahnhof (Switzerland)
Salzburg, Kufstein and Innsbruck (Austria)
Liège and Brussels (Belgium)
Bolzano, Trento, Verona, Bologna and Venice (Italy)

With the German Rail Pass you can also take any IC Bus.

Please note: Children under 6 years old travel free when sharing an adult travelers accommodations.

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How does it work?

Rail Passes in 3 steps

1. Pick the right rail pass

Rail passes can be booked for travel in one specific country or you can choose one of a few pre-selected country/region combinations. Extensive travel plans? Try the Eurail Global Pass offering train travel in 31 different countries - including Great Britain.
Once you've selected your pass, its price will depend on the class of service selected, passenger type, and the number of rail travel days.

Use our Pass Finder

2. Reserve your seats

Traveling on local and regional trains provides you with an opportunity to freely explore. It’s easy to get on a train with your rail pass and find an open seat to enjoy the journey in. Seat reservations are required on many high speed, overnight, scenic, and international trains. It’s always a good idea to research the journey you are interested in and check for any specific seat reservation requirements.

Book Seat Reservations

3. Activate and travel

Your rail pass requires that you activate it by getting it stamped at the ticket window at the departure station on the day of your first train journey. Once activated, you are all set and ready to explore.

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Rail pass benefits

More than just trains

Main discounts and bonuses in German Rail Pass

And the German Rail Pass is packed with bonuses to make your trip even more enjoyable. You’ll get discounts on buses and trains, hotels, cruises & ferries, museums & activities, and more.

With the German Rail Pass, the benefits like the connections it provides - are everywhere. Whether you are an adventurous traveler or avid planner, the German Rail Pass is your pass to freedom and an unforgettable journey of discovery.

Trains

Travelers with a German Rail Pass do not pay supplement on ICE, ICE Sprinter, IC, EC trains or City Night Line trains (only if the pass covers the entire route)** Reservations, however, are strongly recommended during peak travel times and are mandatory on all night trains.
The pass and German TCV tickets cover the S-Bahn service
Travel on the DB Operated Trains (reservations are an additional cost)
International trains to/from Liège and Brussels
DB-OeBB EuroCity trains to/from Kufstein, Innsbruck, Bolzano/Bozen, Trento, Verona, Bologna, Venice.

Private Rail Road

Bayerische Zugspitzbahn - 10% reduction on round-trip tickets to Germany’s highest mountain, near Garmisch-Partenkirchen.

Buses

A 20% discount on the following Europabus routes:
"Romantic Road" route,(Frankfurt am Main-Wurzburg-Augsburg-Munich-Fussen)
It is strongly recommended to reserve seats about two working days in advance by contacting:
Deutsche Touring GmbH, Am Römerhof 17, 60486 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Phone: +49 69 719126 261; Fax: +49 69 719126 156
Travel on the DB IC Buses (reservations are an additional cost):
Berlin Sudkreuz-Copenhagen
Berlin-Wroclaw-Kraków
Dusseldorf-Eindhoven-Antwerp-London
Stuttgart Airport–Vukovar (Croatia)
Frankfurt-Hahn-Trier-Luxemburg
München-Ljubljana-Zagreb
München - Milano
Munich - Split / Pula (Croatia)
München-Prague
Nurembourg-Mannheim-Heidelberg-Strasbourg-Paris
Mannheim-Nurembourg-Prague

Hotels

10% discount on the daily rate at A&O hotels and hostels in Berlin, Hamburg, Munich and other German cities.

Attractions

City Circle Sightseeing: 20% discount on a ticket for the Berlin Basic City Circle Yellow bus tour.
25% discount on a night ticket to the TV Tower Alexanderplatz ( Berlin TV Tower)
Free CityCard or WelcomeCard in the following cities Augsburg, Erfurt, Freiburg, Heidelberg, Koblenz, Mainz, Münster, Osnabrück, Potsdam, Rostock, Trier, Wiesbaden and Würzburg
Discounted price on the hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus in Hamburg.

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German Rail Pass | Craig t. | 2016/10/17
"A superb train network in Germany suited perfectly a business trip for me and some add on sightseeing. Easy, efficient and fast. For me it worked but make sure you need the flexibility of a pass as they're not cheap. But for my schedule which I couldn't be certain of each day the pass was excellent value for money. If you are just travelling within Germany as I was don't be bullied into paying extra for reservations. You don't need them. They're only necessary going from one country to another. "
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Traveling in Germany | Ai Hwee t. | 2016/08/08
"With the German pass, travelling in Germany is really easy, convenient and comfortable. Any delays are quickly minimised by immediate rescheduling of trains to make up for lost time and to get back to schedule. Amazing! "
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From top to bottom | Lynette h. | 2016/08/07
"We traveled by rail pass from Hamburg to Switzerland, via cities in between, and back again over the course of a couple of weeks. As usual we enjoyed the comfort, the speed, the views and the simplicity of booking and making connections. The food on the trains is nothing to speak of so we usually carried our own for the longer trips (longest about 6 hours). It's a relaxing and interesting way to travel in Europe. "
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Train without 1 st Class Cabin | Wing Ying w. | 2016/07/05
"That old train had no first class cabin and the rail staff just informed us to go to designated area within a second class cabin when we asked the whereabout of first class cabin. There should better be public announcement through the PA system. "
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Germany - September 2015 | Dinesh s. | 2015/12/19
"Your passes are good and a real help in travelling. Though, I found that the Swiss pass (used in May 2014) was much better than the German pass. But overall, a Pass is a good buy. "
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No matter when we want to go | Ningchun h. | 2015/10/29
"It's convenient for us to go to everywhere at anytime, we just need to check the time of train and take it. Even our plan change, it's not necessary to worry about the tickets. But booking the seat early is important. "
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Best way to travel Germany | Catharina h. | 2015/08/20
"Enjoyable and safe travelling, no better way to explore Germany. "
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europa tour 2015 | Hans Georg l. | 2015/07/20
"everything went perfect without any problems "
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Nice ride | Diana Yin Ping c. | 2015/07/16
"Have reserved seats in advance but found it rather empty didn't require reservation "
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German Trip | . | 2015/04/25
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Q. I’ve booked a print at home e-ticket. What do I need to do before getting on board the train?
A. Your print at home e-ticket will be forwarded to you as one of three methods:
- A PDF included as a link on your Rail Europe booking confirmation email
- A unique 6 character e-ticket confirmation code that, along with a photo i.d., is checked when on the train
- Sent via a separate email, in addition to your Rail Europe booking confirmation email, forwarded to you after purchase
Your Rail Europe booking confirmation will clearly indicate which type of print at home e-ticket is affiliated with the train ticket(s) you have purchased.

If you were signed into your account when you booked your print at home e-ticket, you can also find all PDF links in the booking history located in your dashboard, as well as the itinerary tab of our iPhone app or mobile site.

All print at home e-tickets must be printed before arriving at the train station.
Q. Can I still buy train tickets from you once I’m in Europe?

A. Yes, but only for trains that offer print at home or print at the station e-tickets. In general, we don’t ship paper tickets to Europe unless you will be at the same location (and able to receive tickets) for 3-5 business days. If the train you want only offers a paper ticket option, and you won’t be able to receive those tickets in the main, you will need to buy it locally at the station.
Q. Can I purchase a rail pass when I'm in Europe?

A. In general, rail passes can only be purchased prior to your arrival in Europe and cannot be purchased locally. If you’re already in Europe and would like to purchase a rail pass, we may be able to assist you, please call us at 1-800-622-8600.

With international shipping, we can send your rail pass to Austria, Belgium, Denmark, England, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Scotland, Spain, Sweden, or Switzerland. The fee for orders sent to Europe is $40 USD or $45 CAD and delivery takes 3 to 7 Business days.
Q. Why are e tickets not available for certain trips?

A. Availability of e-tickets depends on two factors: whether the rail company operating the train offers e-ticketing, and if it does, whether Rail Europe was granted technical access to their inventory to enable e-ticketing on their behalf.

Not all European rail companies offer e-tickets. But when they do, we work with them to make this option available on our website. And we’ll continue to do so in order provide more e-ticket options for your convenience.
Q. How do I request an exchange through the Rail Protection Plan™?

A. To apply for an exchange under the Rail Protection Plan™, please contact us via our Contact Us page. Rail passes/train tickets/reservations/city passes/tours may be exchanged for the same or new products.
Q. Where can I find my e ticket number or e ticket confirmation code?

A. Your e-ticket number or e-ticket confirmation code is a string of 6 letters (or an 8 character alphanumeric code for British e-tickets) that can be found on your Rail Europe email invoice.

In addition, if you have purchased on our website while signed into your Rail Europe account, you may retrieve this code by looking up your booking in your Dashboard. You can also find it by accessing your itinerary through our mobile site or iPhone app.
Q. Are the fares offered on your website based on live availability?

A. Yes, in most cases. The fares displayed on our website are based on current seat availability at the time you requested the fares and schedules for your journey. our booking engine has a direct link to the inventory of many European rail carriers including SNCF, Eurostar, Thalys, DB, Trenitalia, RENFE, the UK’s Association Of Train Operating Companies, and more.

There are some routes which we can only display a cached price at the time of quotation, based on generally available fares for those trains. Actual confirmation of space and fare occurs upon completion of your order. If there are any issues, you’ll be contacted.
Q. Can I exchange my train ticket after its date of departure?

A. Unfortunately, this is not possible. If a train ticket can be exchanged, it normally must be done prior to the first date of validity on the ticket or the train’s departure date. However, please consult the “after sales conditions” found on your confirmation email for exact exchange rules pertaining to the train ticket you booked.
Q. Are all products eligible for Rail Protection Plan™ coverage?

A. Rail passes, train tickets, reservations, and select city passes and tours are eligible for Rail Protection Plan™ coverage.

All other categories of products including hotels and select activities are not eligible for coverage at this time. Please read the detailed Rail Protection Plan™ policy for more information.
Q. How do I create a Rail Europe account?

A. You can simply click the ’Login’ button found on the top right-hand side of our homepage and select ’create an account’ to register on our site. If you are booking with us, you will also be presented with the option to register during checkout.

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German Rail Pass

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German Rail Pass

Rail Pass Terms & Conditions

Overview

How does it work?

Rail Passes in 3 steps

1. Pick the right rail pass

2. Reserve your seats

3. Activate and travel

Rail pass benefits

More than just trains

Main discounts and bonuses in German Rail Pass

Reviews

Reviews & ratings

Related products

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FAQ

Common Questions, Simple Answers

Q. I’ve booked a print at home e-ticket. What do I need to do before getting on board the train?

Q. Can I still buy train tickets from you once I’m in Europe?

Q. Can I purchase a rail pass when I'm in Europe?

Q. Why are e tickets not available for certain trips?

Q. How do I request an exchange through the Rail Protection Plan™?

Q. Where can I find my e ticket number or e ticket confirmation code?

Q. Are the fares offered on your website based on live availability?

Q. Can I exchange my train ticket after its date of departure?

Q. Are all products eligible for Rail Protection Plan™ coverage?

Q. How do I create a Rail Europe account?