Deutsche Bahn AG (DB) - German Railway - operates a rail network of 40,000 km.

More than 33,000 trains run in Germany every day (1,200 of which are long-distance trains) and carry more than 4 million passengers. Such a dense and intricate network makes it possible for the passengers to reach any destination comfortably and on time.

Long-distance and local traffic systems are perfectly coordinated with each other, offering the best possible connections.

Many airports are also included in this system, for example Frankfurt Airport, Germany’s number one intercontinental gateway, where direct connections between flights and ICE- or IC/EC - trains are possible. With the most modern standard of comfort, maximum speeds up to 320 km/h, special amenities and innovative technology, the famous InterCityExpress (ICE) trains are setting new standards for high-speed transport between all major German cities and selected destinations in Switzerland, the Netherlands, France, Belgium, Denmark and Austria.

All carriages have air conditioning, offer a choice between individual compartments and saloon carriages. In some trains special lounges are located in the end carriages directly behind the driver, thus offering a clear and unique view of the route.
During the journey travelers can enjoy a meal, have a snack or just a refreshing drink in the BordRestaurant, BordBistro or at the seat. In addition, around more than 200 InterCity (IC) trains a day complete the closely-woven long-distance network by linking 80 stations, with trains once an hour or every two hours.

EuroCity (EC) trains connect Germany with adjoining European countries. These trains also have many attractive features, including Restaurant or Bordbistro cars.

DB ASSISTANCE FOR HANDICAPPED TRAVELERS Assistance for handicapped travelers (getting to the platform, boarding, detraining, etc.) in all DB station can be arranged via the service number + 49 1805 512 512 or on the web at www.bahn.de

LUGGAGE TRANSPORTATION (KurierGepäck)
House-to-house luggage transportation for normal and special luggage via a special carrier. KurierGepäck tickets are available at DB ticket windows and agencies in Germany. Tickets are filledin and paid for there. Also the pick-up of the luggage items is arranged there.

SMOKING POLICY
Smoking is NOT permitted in ALL DB trains. In stations smoking is only allowed in designated areas on the platforms while it is strictly forbidden in all underground stations

In Germany, Eurail Passes are valid - after validation at the ticket window of the airport station - already on all trains from or to the airports listed below:

Berlin Schönefeld

• S-Bahn (S9, S45) and Regional Express lines (RE7, RB14 “Airport Express”) to Berlin Central Station, and many other destinations in Berlin city and the regional area. Frequency: every 10-30 minutes Berlin Tegel
• Bus to Berlin Zoo station (bus 109 or X9) Frequency: every 10-20 minutes Rail Passes or rail tickets are not valid on the buses Dresden
• S-Bahn (S2) train to Dresden main station and Dresden-Neustadt Frequency: every 30 minutes

Berlin Tegel

• Bus to Berlin Zoo station (bus 109 or X9). Frequency: every 10-20 minutes Rail Passes or rail tickets are not valid on the buses

Dresden

• S-Bahn (S2) train to Dresden Central Station and Dresden-Neustadt. Frequency: every 30 minutes

Düsseldorf

• ICE/IC/EC trains to Berlin / Dortmund / Cologne / Stuttgart
• S-Bahn (S1 + S7) to Central Station Frequency: every 20 minutes

Frankfurt/Main Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbahnhof (long distance trains):

• ICE trains to Hamburg / Cologne / Stuttgart / Munich / Dresden / Amsterdam / Brussels / Vienna / Basel
• IC/EC trains to Dortmund / Nuremberg / Munich / Cologne

Frankfurt Flughafen Regiobahnhof (regional trains):

• S - Bahn (S8 + S9) to Frankfurt Main Central Station and many other destinations in Frankfurt and the    regional area.
  
  Frequency: every 10-15 minutes
  
  
• Regional trains to Mainz / Wiesbaden / Koblenz / Saarbrücken / Hanau
  

Köln/Bonn

• ICE trains to Cologne / Berlin / Munich
• S-Bahn (S13) and regional trains to Köln-Deutz and Köln Hbf (Cologne Central Station).
  Frequency: every 20 minutes
  

Hamburg

• S-Bahn (S1) to Hamburg Central Station
  Frequency: every 10 minutes
  

Hannover

• S-Bahn (S5) to Hanover Central Station and trade fair district (Hannover Messe Laatzen).
  Frequency: every 30 minutes
  

Stuttgart

• S-Bahn (S2 and S3) to Stuttgart Central Station
  Frequency: every 10-20 minutes
  

München (Munich)

• S-Bahn (S1 + S8) to Munich Central Station many other destinations in Munich and the regional area.
  Frequency: every 10 minutes
  

Leipzig/Halle

• IC trains to Leipzig / Magdeburg / Hannover
• Regional trains to Leipzig Central Station / Halle (Saale) Central Station.
  Frequency: every 30 minutes

Scenic Routes in Germany

Black Forest Line

• Offenburg – Donaueschingen - Konstanz
• Freiburg – Titisee – Seebrugg

Special features
Being the direct line between the upper Rhine valley and the Lake of Constance, the scenic rail link from Offenburg to Konstanz is one of the oldest mountain lines in the world. Today from modern trains you view stunning scenery of the genuine Black Forest, shortly interrupted by the many tunnels on this spectacular rail route. Get off at Donaueschingen and visit the birthplace of the Danube, one of Europe´s longest and mightiest rivers.
From the vivid and charming city of Freiburg it is only a one-hour train ride through the impressive Höllental (“Hell Valley”) to the Lakes of Titisee or Schluchsee surrounded by dense and calm forests.

Eurail Pass holders
Eurail Passes valid for Germany are valid on all Black Forest lines

Rhine Valley Line

• Koblenz – Mainz

Special features
For about 100 kilometers the train passes alongside the river Rhine that winds through a picturesque valley. High above the surrounding mountains numerous medieval castles and fortresses are greeting the travellers; enchanting small towns and villages alongside the river are inviting to explore their charm and to enjoy their hospitality.
Highlights are the fortress of Ehrenbreitstein in Koblenz, the castles of Marksburg, Stahleck, Katz and Maus or the Pfalz castle on an island in the river bed. In addition - among many other places worth a visit - cities like Bacharach, St. Goar or Rüdesheim are completing the unique picture of this marvellous landscape.

Eurail Pass holders
Eurail Passes valid for Germany are valid on the Rhine Valley lines both on DB trains AND on boats operated by Köln-Düsseldorfer Rheinschiffahrt AG (KD Rhine line) between Köln (Cologne) and Mainz. Passengers can change from train to boat or vice versa at numerous stops.