Eurail Germany Pass [Official Agent/Free for Kids/Instant Booking/Explore Germany/Unlimited Travel]

Note:

1. Validity period: 11 months from the date of purchase.

2. [Change & cancellation policies] Free cancellation and changes before voucher redemption.

- Note: Some passes that have been partially used or activated (linked to the app) cannot be refunded.

- Unlinked passes (linked to the app) can be canceled for free within 11 months from the purchase date.

- To request a refund, please deactivate your pass. The pass can be deactivated in the app before the selected start date (00:00 CET on that day). Use the Rail Planner app, go to "My Pass," tap the three dots in the top right corner, then select "Deactivate Pass" (the pass can be reactivated later).

Free cancellation is available before voucher redemption (before the start date selected when linking the app, at 00:00 CET on that day)

3. [Important Notice] If your itinerary includes popular routes, before linking the app to activate your pass, please check if seats are available for the routes you plan to take. If seats are unavailable, do not activate the pass for use on that day. Unactivated passes can be refunded, or refunded before [the selected start date when linking the app (00:00 CET on that day)].

Recommended website for seat reservations: Eurail official website:

. On the page, add your rail pass, then search for your point of departure and destination to make a reservation.

When checking routes in the app, if "Seat reservations required" is displayed, additional seat reservations are needed for that route. Availability is subject to actual conditions. For popular routes, please make reservations at least 2 weeks in advance.

If you need to reserve seats, you must first save your itinerary in the app, then book seats according to the corresponding route and method. Note that if you fail to reserve seats on routes requiring advance booking, you will not be allowed to board. Remember this!

5. How to activate and use your pass: (Please tap to view. If loading slowly, please wait.)

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Eurail German Mobile Pass

• The Eurail Germany Pass is a universal train ticket that gives you the freedom and flexibility to travel by train across all regions of Germany, allowing you to explore the country to the fullest!
• After purchase, you can freely ride trains unlimited times within the German railway network, including trains to Salzburg, Austria, and Basel Bad, Switzerland.
• You can choose your destination and departure time freely. If you miss your train or your plans change, simply board the next available train. Most trains allow boarding with just a pass, while some high-speed trains, international high-speed trains, scenic trains, and night trains require advance seat reservations.

The Eurail Germany Pass is also valid for select international trains:

(From June 1 to September 1, all round-trip long-distance trains to/from Germany must be booked in advance (excluding trains via Basel and Schaffhausen))

1. Germany to Austria border route: Munich - Salzburg/Kufstein/Innsbruck;

2. Direct routes to Belgium: Cologne (Main Station) - Brussels (South Station), Cologne (Main Station) - Liège (Liège-Guillemins).

3. Round-trip DB-ÖBB EuroCity train routes between Germany and the following Italian cities: Bolzano, Trento, Verona, Bologna, Venice.

4. Round-trip route between Germany and Basel Badischer Bahnhof station in Switzerland

Package Selection

Travelers can choose between first class or second class with the Eurail German Rail Pass.

Travel passes are divided into two categories:

(1) Flexible Pass: With a flexible pass, you can choose to travel for 3, 4, 5, 7, 10, or 15 days within one month for free.

(2) Continuous vehicle type: A continuous vehicle type pass allows free train travel for 3, 4, 5, 7, 10 or 15 consecutive days.

Usage scope

• The German Rail Pass is valid for the entire German rail network, offering unlimited travel. More routes included,
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• Only available for purchase and use by residents outside Europe, the Russian Federation, and Turkey.

[Benefits and Highlights of the Germany Rail Pass]

Travel worry-free, convenient and fast with great value

• Long-distance single rides? Multiple rides in one day offer better value.
• Looking for highly flexible itineraries with longer, more cost-effective playtime
• When you decide to travel last minute and can't find special offer tickets, a travel pass is a better deal.

—Unlimited free rides, set your itinerary time as you wish!

—Multiple package options to meet various needs

Pass validity

Activation date: refers to the first use date selected when linking the pass to the app.

1. Before the pass is linked and activated in the app:

This pass must be activated within 11 months from the date of issuance (purchase) and will expire if not activated (except for specified promotional products).

For example, if a pass is purchased on January 1 and remains unactivated, its expiration date is calculated as 11 months from January 1. It can be activated on any day within those 11 months.

2. After linking the pass to the app and activating it:

Continuous

The validity period of the pass starts from the first travel date selected when linking the app and must be used consecutively for N days.

For example, if you purchase a 15-day consecutive package on Jan 1 and select Feb 1 as the start date when linking the app, the validity period will run from Feb 1 to Feb 15.

Flexible

Valid for N days within X months from the first travel date selected when linking the pass to the app, calculated based on the pass validity period and number of days.

For example, if you purchase a flexible package for 4 days within 1 month and choose Feb 1 as the start date when linking the app, the validity period will be within 1 month from Feb 1, allowing you to use it on any 4 days during this period.

Activation process for pass

1. How to activate and use the pass? Step-by-step guide (tap to view, please wait if loading is slow):

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Video:

(You can switch languages in the upper right corner: Chinese/English, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese) to learn how to activate your Eurail Global Pass or One Country Pass using a mobile device or computer.

2. We recommend downloading the Deutsche Bahn app to check train schedules, platforms, and station information in real time.

Text steps:

Step 1: Download the app

Step 2: Link your pass (If your itinerary includes popular routes, before linking and activating your pass in the app, please check if seats are available for your desired routes. If not, do not activate the pass for that day. Unactivated passes are refundable, or you can deactivate them [by canceling activation before the first selected usage date when linking in the app]. Recommended website for seat reservations: Rail Europe official site:

, add your rail pass on the page, then search by point of departure and destination to make reservations.)

Step 3: Search for your itinerary and save it in advance. Activate it before departure. Each itinerary should have a separate ticket with a QR code. The ticket inspector will scan the QR code to verify if your train itinerary has been added to your ticket. They will also check your seat reservation and personal details, and may request to see your passport.

Step 4: Check if seat reservation is required (If not required, save your itinerary in advance and present the QR code when needed; if required, make a separate seat reservation)

Step 5: Reserve seats (use the saved trip QR code in the app along with the reservation confirmation).

Step 6: Use

Go to "My Pass" in the bottom menu, then tap "Show ticket" under the travel day.

1. Please carefully check on the page whether your train journey has been added to the ticket for that travel day. If not, tap "Edit Journeys" to add your preferred journey to your pass and ticket for the day.

2. Present the QR code on your ticket for inspection.

How do I download the app on a Huawei phone?

How to download the app for Huawei phone users:

Extraction code: 3333

Pass activation period:

Activate your pass within 11 months of purchase by downloading the Eurail/Interrail Rail Planner app. The start date selected when activating your pass in the Rail Planner app will be your pass activation date, with validity beginning from that date.

4. Can multiple passes be linked to one device?

Group tours?

You can add multiple passes to your device as needed. After activating a pass during your trip, you can also transfer it to another device (only one transfer allowed). If you're traveling as a group with multiple passes stored on one device, all members must travel together for all journeys.

Traveling with children?

Child passes need to be activated just like regular passes and can be stored on a separate device. Child passes should always have their own travel and ticket information for inspection during the train journey.

Children under 4 years old can travel for free, with no need to purchase a separate pass.

[Notes on linking multiple passes to one device]

If multiple people are traveling together, the same mobile phone can activate multiple tickets at the same time. If you have multiple passes on your phone, please note the following:

Each pass requires creating a separate itinerary in the app.

2. If you have already created an itinerary, you can copy an existing one and link the copy to another pass. Please name each itinerary differently to manage all your trips.

3. When checking tickets, each member using the pass must present their ticket. Please select another pass in "My Pass" and tap "Show ticket."

4. The ticket inspector will scan the QR code to verify that the train you're boarding matches the one on your ticket. They will also check your personal information and may ask to see your passport or ID.

How to deactivate (unlink) the pass

Please cancel the activation before the selected activation date (00:00 CET on that day). Use the Rail Planner App, go to "My Pass," tap the three dots in the upper right corner, then select "Deactivate Pass." The pass can be reactivated later. You may also cancel the booking and request a full refund if your travel plans change.

Can I link the pass again using another device?

The pass can only be linked to another device once.

***If you are unsure about your itinerary, please do not activate, or cancel the activation in time before the selected travel date!

How to confirm if seat reservation is required

Please download the Eurail/Interrail Rail Planner app or go to

/ Find according to the required route, if the route shows:

"No reservation needed" means no seat booking fee is required, and the route is saved directly in the app. Simply show it when you use it to board."

"Seat reservations required" means a seat reservation is needed

"Not in Pass network" means it is not included in the pass.

(You can switch languages in the top right corner: Chinese/English, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese)

Seat reservation process

• You can reserve seats without activating the pass.

1. High-speed trains, international trains, scenic trains, and overnight trains require advance seat reservations. Local and regional trains do not require advance seat reservations.

Please make reservations on the following two websites:

- Website 1 (Recommended): Official Eurail website:

Add your rail pass on the page, then search for your point of departure and destination to make a reservation.

- Website 2: Eurail,

3. For Eurail/Interrail routes marked "Seat reservations required" in the Rail Planner App, tap the details to view various reservation options.

4. Railway company official website. If you need a Passholder Number when booking on the railway company's official website, please visit the following website to convert your Pass Number: https://www.eurail.com/en/book-reservations#/generatePassCoverNumber

4. Local train station or

Seat reservation service is also available

(Availability is subject to actual conditions. Eurostar must be booked online at least half a month in advance)

Seat booking fee reference

• View seat selection fees by country (reference)

Change & Cancellation Policy

- Unbound and unactivated: Can request a refund within 11 months from the purchase date.

- After linking is activated: Cancel the link and request a refund more than 1 day before the first selected usage date at the time of linking.

If you may need a refund within 11 months, do not link, or cancel the link at least 1 day before the first selected usage date and then request a refund.

Friendly reminder

Taking an overnight train can save travel days. If you stay on the same train overnight without transferring to another train after midnight, it will only count as 1 travel day. Example: For a train departing at 7:10 PM on October 14 and arriving at the destination at 2:30 AM on October 15, simply mark October 14 on your rail pass travel calendar.

- For single-country travel in Europe, we recommend booking a single-country rail pass

- Staff members can provide assistance services for passengers with disabilities.

What if I miss the train?

If you miss your train due to personal reasons (such as being late), unfortunately you'll need to book a seat on the next available train. If seat reservations aren't mandatory, you can simply board the next scheduled train.

Train delays and cancellations

If your train is delayed or canceled, we recommend contacting railway staff and providing delay confirmation to be accommodated on the next available service. Alternatively, you can modify your booking at the station, though fees may apply. If there are alternative trains that don't require reservations, you can simply board them to reach your final destination. For unused seat reservations due to cancellations or delays, compensation may be available under the carrier's terms with proof of cancellation if rerouting isn't possible.

If none of the above options apply, or if the delay or cancellation is particularly severe and you need to travel on another day, please contact our customer support team so we can assist you. Be sure to note all relevant details (such as the train number and date) to help us process your refund request. Visit our

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Check if your journey has a booking-free alternative, or go to the ticket office at the long-distance train station where staff members can help you find a solution.