Travel Germany by train

Everything you need to know about travelling in Germany with your InterRail pass.

InterRailing in Germany

Germany with capital Berlin on map of Europe

Trains in Germany

Railway operator GermanyGet all the information you need about Germany’s rail network, different train types and reservation requirements.
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Places to visit in Germany

Speicherstadt in Hamburg
Speicherstadt in Hamburg

 

What makes Germany such a popular country to visit? Germany draws in huge crowds thanks to beautiful scenery, varied architecture and nightlife to rival the rest of Europe.
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Germany extra pass benefits

Take advantage of FREE and discounted ferries, and reductions on various rail and bus transport, sightseeing tours and more.
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Germany quick facts

  • Capital: Berlin
  • Population: 82.4 million
  • Language: German
  • Currency: Euro (EUR)
  • National rail company: Deutsche Bahn (DB)

Germany rail passes

Seat reservations

Please note that the number of seats available for InterRail pass holders is limited on the following high-speed trains:

  • TGV 
  • Thalys
  • ICE (Paris – Frankfurt)

We recommend that you make reservations for the high season (May to September) as soon as possible. Make reservations up to 3 months in advance. To check availability for the train, contact a booking center or visit a European railway station.

In case a train is fully booked for pass holders you can: