*Starting January 1, 2026, the monthly rate will be \u20ac63 instead of \u20ac58<\/p>\n\n The most beautiful routes through Germany<\/strong> with the D-ticket are:<\/p>\n\n With the German ticket, you can travel to:<\/p>\n\n On some routes operated by the Aachen Transport Association (AVV) and the Rhine-Ruhr Transport Association (VRR), you can travel to the Netherlands. Here is a selection: <\/p>\n\n From certain locations in Rhineland-Palatinate, you can cross the border into Luxembourg. You can do this by taking bus routes 410, 455, and 460. Note: Public transportation in Luxembourg is free for residents and travelers alike. The beautiful city of Luxembourg has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1994. You can take a modern tram to the (free) \u201cPfaffenthal-Kirchberg\u201d cable car for a stunning view of the city. <\/p>\n\n <\/p>\n\n With the Bavarian Regional Railway (BRB), among others, you can use the D-ticket to travel on the BRB to beautiful Salzburg and Kufstein in Austria<\/a>. Salzburg is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and boasts a beautiful historic center and traditional inns. You can also travel for free to Vils and Reutte as far as Griessen. The BRB\u2019s RE5 takes you from Munich to Salzburg, and the \u00d6BB\u2019s S3 takes you from Freilasing to Salzburg. <\/p>\n\n <\/p>\n\n You can travel from Baden-W\u00fcrttemberg to Switzerland<\/a> using individual connections. The ticket is valid on SBB trains from Zell im Wiesental to Basel Bad (line S6). Basel is a wonderful city with many museums, galleries, and theaters. The medieval city center, featuring a16th-century<\/sup> town hall, is a delightful place to stroll. Basel has several parks with lush greenery and colorful flowers. You can also use your ticket on DB regional trains from Weil am Rhein to Basel and from Erzingen to Trasadingen, Schaffhausen, and Thayngen. In Schaffhausen, you\u2019ll find one of the largest waterfalls in Europe. Please note: on other cross-border lines, the ticket is valid only up to the German border. <\/p>\n\n <\/p>\n\n With the RB 23, you can travel from Z\u00fcssow to Swinoujscie on your D-ticket along the Polish coast. Swinoujscie is located on the Polish part of the island of Usedom. The seaside resort has one of the longest beach promenades in Europe. The lighthouse, with its windmill-like sails, is a beautiful landmark on the coast. You cannot cross the border for free on trains operated by the VBB (the Berlin-Brandenburg Transport Association); you must purchase a ticket at the regular fare at the last stop within the VBB area. <\/p>\n\n <\/p>\n\n You can take the Alsace and Wine Route Express excursion trains operated by Vlexx GmbH from Mainz or Koblenz to Alsace in France. The train ride itself is well worth the trip, as it follows one of the most scenic rail routes, including the Middle Rhine Valley and the German Wine Route. The medieval town of Wissembourg is located right on the German-French border and features a historic old town. In addition to Wissembourg, your ticket also allows you to visit the border towns of Creutzwald and Carling. <\/p>\n\n <\/p>\n\n You can even travel to Denmark on your \u20ac58 German ticket. You can take the train to T\u00f8ndern, about five kilometers from the German-Danish border, on the regional train from Nieb\u00fcll (RB66) in North Frisia. In Denmark\u2019s oldest city, you\u2019ll find romantic Baroque-style houses. T\u00f8ndern was once an important port city. Just 5 kilometers from here lies the beautiful town of M\u00f8gelt\u00f8nder with its thatched-roof houses. <\/p>\n\n <\/p>\n\n With the L7 line from Saxony to the Czech Republic, you can use your ticket to travel to Hr\u00e1dek nad Nisou, located at the tri-border area of Germany, Poland, and the Czech Republic. This will take you close to the Lusatian Mountains. The small town of Hr\u00e1dek nad Nisou, situated on a riverbank, features a Gothic church and is the ideal starting point for hikes in the beautiful green surroundings. <\/p>\n\n You can easily order the D-ticket online at Germany Transit Pass<\/a>. Tip<\/strong>: If you only want to use the ticket for one month, be sure to cancel it right after you receive the confirmation. Otherwise, your subscription will automatically renew. <\/p>\n\n\n\n With a single ticket\u2014the D-ticket\u2014you can travel throughout Germany using all forms of public transportation. You can purchase the ticket online from Deutsche Bahn or through the Deutsche Bahn app. Please note: You must purchase the ticket directly from Deutsche Bahn, and you\u2019ll also be purchasing an annual pass, but this can be canceled on a monthly basis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n You must cancel your subscription no later than the10th<\/sup> of a calendar month. For example, if you want to use the subscription in June, you must cancel it no later than June 10. You can cancel your subscription via the subscription portal at https:\/\/abo.bahn.de\/portal\/#\/<\/a> or using the online cancellation form at https:\/\/www.bahn.de\/kontakt\/kuendigungsformular<\/a>. When your ticket is checked on public transportation, you must always be able to present a valid form of identification. The D-ticket is not transferable to other people. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The D-ticket is valid for unlimited travel throughout Germany on all local trains<\/strong>, such as RB, RE, and S-Bahn trains (SPNV), as well as on buses, trams, subways, etc. (\u00d6PNV). For example, a ticket purchased in Hamburg can also be used in Munich and the surrounding area. <\/p>\n\n\n\n PLEASE NOTE: The ticket is NOT valid for long-distance travel, so it cannot be used on IC, EC, or Flixtrain trains, for example. You\u2019ll need to purchase a separate ticket for these routes. The ticket is, however, valid on the routes listed below. The ticket is also not valid on public transportation used specifically for tourist or historical purposes, or infirst-class<\/sup> cars. In addition to Germany, you can use the D-ticket to travel to a number of other European countries without paying extra. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Note: Effective January 1, 2026, the monthly rate will be \u20ac63 instead of \u20ac58.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Travel by train through Germany and beyond for just \u20ac63 With the D-ticket, you can travel by train throughout Germany\u2014and parts of Europe\u2014for \u20ac63 a month. The German government launched this initiative to encourage more people to use public transportation. They hope this will bring about a shift in residents\u2019 travel habits. 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<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\nTraveling Through Germany by Train with the D-Ticket<\/h2>\n\n
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Traveling Through Europe with the D-Ticket<\/h2>\n\n
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Travel to the Netherlands with the D-ticket<\/h2>\n\n
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Travel to Luxembourg with the D-ticket<\/h2>\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\nTravel to Austria with the D-ticket<\/h2>\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\nTravel to Switzerland with the D-ticket<\/h2>\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\nTravel to Poland with the D-ticket<\/h2>\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\nTravel to France with the D-ticket<\/h2>\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\nTravel to Denmark with the D-ticket<\/h2>\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\nTravel to the Czech Republic with the D-ticket<\/h2>\n\n
Where can you buy the D-ticket for Germany?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How does the D-ticket for Germany work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Where is the D-ticket valid?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n