What’s the best deal for traveling by train in Germany? And the winner is——the Deutschlandticket. When it was introduced in May of 2023 the ticket cost 49 Euros. As of January 2025 the ticket price is 58 Euros, but still an awesome deal.
It’s a monthly ticket. With the Deutschland ticket you can travel conveniently throughout Germany with just one ticket. The ticket lets you travel easily using local public transport.
So think city trams, buses, boats, subways [U-Bahn], and trains [S-Bahn]), as well as multi-city Regional-Express (RE) and Regionalbahn (RB) trains in second-class compartments.
Learning about this ticket got me thinking about all the possibilities. Then I found a fun article that did some of the thinking for me. The article suggested some of the most beautiful train routes to explore.
In southern Germany there’s the Ravenna Bridge route in the Black Forest.
Who doesn’t love castles, charming villages, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
Stunning views of the Alps? Count me in with the route between Stuttgart and Lindau.
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Thinking about the Austrian city of Salzburg brings back fun travel memories. Visiting with the D-Ticket makes this destination possible!
You can also head to the Czech Republic!
From Berlin to the Baltic Sea, anyone? Especially in summertime. What a deal!
Check this article out for more scenic route travel ideas and learn how to use the Deutschlandticket to your advantage. Of course, even for a trip to Germany where you stay local and don’t venture too far afield from your destination, the D-Ticket can still be totally worth it for getting around town!
If you’ve ever used the Deutschlandticket was it worth it? Share your experiences in the comments below!
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