Berlin Hbf to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) train

• Wi-Fi is available on board Intercity Express Trains

• Power socket at seat

• Adjustable seats with customizable options (depth and backrest angle)
• Generous 89 cm legroom
• Solo and face-to-face seating choices
• Convenient folding table

Additional details

• 3 seats per row
• Larger seats than in 2nd class
• Reading light at seat

• Seat reservation is offered to 1st class passengers

• No dedicated bicycle space in 1st class available
• 2nd class provides dedicated space for bicycles
• You can book a 1st class ticket and store your bike in 2nd class

• No ticket required for small pets (up to cat size) in a suitable container
• Larger dogs need their own ticket at half fare
• Dogs without a transport box must be leashed and muzzled
• Guide dogs and labeled assistance dogs travel free, without muzzles

• Restaurant hours: 06:00 to 22:00
• 1st class: Enjoy seated service
• Check the menu on display or via ICE portal
• Menu changes every three months with specialty dishes
• Vegetarian and vegan options available, clearly labeled
• Alcoholic drinks selection includes beer, wine, and sparkling wine

• No dedicated area for families and space for prams in 1st class
• Family and pram space in 2nd class available
• You can book a 1st class ticket and store your pram in 2nd class

• Quiet zones for peace and relaxation
• Available in compartments, ICE lounges, or entire carriages
• No mobile calls, loud music (even with headphones), or disruptive activities allowed in this area

• One larger item besides hand baggage, manageable by one person allowed
• May need storage outside the seat area (eg, in the next luggage rack)
• Standard dimensions: 700 x 500 x 300 mm (H x W x D)
• Sports equipment and musical instruments are allowed, but avoid bulky items on crowded trains
• Each traveler is responsible for their own baggage

• Intercity Express Trains are air conditioned

Barrier Free Travel:

• Our trains are generally accessible for passengers with reduced mobility
• Features include wide entrances, multiple wheelchair spaces, required maneuvering areas, and universal toilets near wheelchair spaces

Enhanced travel facilities include:

• Transfer seats and wheelchair/rollator spaces
• Bookable wheelchair spaces on long-distance trains
• Discounted Flex price with disability documentation
• Universal toilets in most trains
• New local trains feature wheelchair ramps
• Free transport for orthopedic aids, with some regional variations

Trains feature facilities for individuals with walking disabilities:

• Boarding marked with a wheelchair symbol
• Automatic doors (excluding IC/EC bistro coaches)
• Reserved seat with nearby wheelchair space
• Option to reserve a companion seat
• ICE trains feature a service call button and height-adjustable table for wheelchair users
• Most Intercity trains provide at least one wheelchair space, often two to four
• On busy routes, many ICE 3 and ICE T trains consist of two units, each with one wheelchair space

Deutsche Bahn Mobility Service Centre offers assistance for:

• Boarding, changing, and disembarking
• Wheelchair lifts, if needed
• Information on suitable trains
• Station accessibility inquiries
• Minimum transfer time guidance

Contact the Mobility Service Centre (MSZ) at:

• Phone: 030 65212888
• Fax: 030 65212899
• Email: msz@deutschebahncom
• Opening hours:
• Monday to Friday: 6-22 o’clock
• Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays: 8-20 o’clock
• Book online: bahnde/service/individuelle-reise/barrierefrei
• Book our service by 8 pm the day before your trip for domestic travel
• For assistance abroad, please provide 36 hours' notice

Service animals:

• Guide and assistance dogs travel free and are not required to wear muzzles on the train

Severe disabilities, including children with a valid pass, travel for free on:

• All Deutsche Bahn local trains (IRE, RE, FEX, MEX, RB, and S-Bahn)
• Local trains operated by other railway companies
• Public transport on network routes
• Different rules apply when traveling abroad, and you will need a ticket for long-distance journeys.

• At selected stations, you receive exclusive travel advice at a separate counter, ensuring significantly reduced waiting times compared to other railway passengers

• elegant seating
• stylish surroundings
• and attentive hospitality

• 1st class passengers receive an exclusive selection of complimentary daily newspapers, featuring BILD, Süddeutsche, Handelsblatt, FAZ, Welt, FAS, BAMS, and WAMS

• Wi-Fi is available on board Intercity Express Trains

• 1 power plug for every 2 seats

• Adjustable seat with 1 adjustment option
• At least 80 cm leg room
• Solo seat available
• Face-to-face seats available
• Folding table

Additional details

• 4 seats per row
• Smaller seats than in 1st class
• Reading lights at seat only in some trains

• Free seat reservation is not offered to 2nd class passengers
• You have to holding 1st class tickets to use the free seat reservation option

On trains with bicycle space, purchase an extra ticket and reserve a dedicated bike space.

Allowed bicycles on the train include:

• Standard single-seater bicycle (tyres 40-60 mm width) for available racks
• Pedelec (electric motor up to 25 km/h, 250 watts)
• Fat bike (tyres 40-60 mm width, deflate if needed)
• Folded folding bike or children's bikes (up to 16 inches) as luggage
• Tandem, recumbent bike, or tricycle on specified trains; contact DB for details at 030 2970

Excluded from carriage are:

• Bicycles not mentioned
• Those unable to be safely stowed due to size or design
• Bicycles protruding into passageways or escape routes
• ICE 1, 2, and 3 have no bicycle spaces.

• No ticket required for small pets (up to cat size) in a suitable container
• Larger dogs need their own ticket at half fare
• Dogs without a transport box must be leashed and muzzled
• Guide dogs and labeled assistance dogs travel free, without muzzles

• Restaurant hours: 06:00 to 22:00
• Check the menu on display or via ICE portal
• Menu changes every three months with specialty dishes
• Vegetarian and vegan options available, clearly labeled
• Alcoholic drinks selection includes beer, wine, and sparkling wine

Family or infant compartment:

• Ideal for families with children
• Proximity to entrance, luggage racks, and WC
• Seat reservations for the entire family in 2nd class from 9.80 EUR

Family Area:

• Designed for families with kindergarten or primary school-aged children

Infant Compartment:

• Tailored for families with infants (0 to 5 years)
• Protected space with proximity to WC and changing table
• Extra space for luggage and pushchairs
• Child-friendly amenities like tables, walls, and games
• Child-safe sockets throughout the compartment

Strollers:

• DB recommends easily foldable strollers or buggies
• Storage available in infant compartments, new family areas, or nearby, depending on train type

Youth fares:

• Children aged 0 to 5 travel within Germany for free and do not require a separate ticket
• Children traveling free of charge must be specified when purchasing the ticket
• Children aged 6 to 14 traveling alone receive a 50% discount on the fare
• Children aged between 6 and 14 travel free of charge when accompanied by travelers aged 15 and over, without having to be related to them. Up to four children can travel on each ticket
• In many instances, children up to the age of 14 travel for free when accompanied by an adult aged 15 or older

• Quiet zones for peace and relaxation
• Available in compartments, ICE lounges, or entire carriages
• No mobile calls, loud music (even with headphones), or disruptive activities allowed in this area

• One larger item besides hand baggage, manageable by one person allowed
• May need storage outside the seat area (eg, in the next luggage rack)
• Standard dimensions: 700 x 500 x 300 mm (H x W x D)
• Sports equipment and musical instruments are allowed, but avoid bulky items on crowded trains
• Each traveler is responsible for their own baggage

• Intercity Express Trains are air conditioned

Barrier Free Travel:

• Our trains are generally accessible for passengers with reduced mobility
• Features include wide entrances, multiple wheelchair spaces, required maneuvering areas, and universal toilets near wheelchair spaces

Enhanced travel facilities include:

• Transfer seats and wheelchair/rollator spaces
• Bookable wheelchair spaces on long-distance trains
• Discounted Flex price with disability documentation
• Universal toilets in most trains
• New local trains feature wheelchair ramps
• Free transport for orthopedic aids, with some regional variations

Trains feature facilities for individuals with walking disabilities:

• Boarding marked with a wheelchair symbol
• Automatic doors (excluding IC/EC bistro coaches)
• Reserved seat with nearby wheelchair space
• Option to reserve a companion seat
• ICE trains feature a service call button and height-adjustable table for wheelchair users
• Most Intercity trains provide at least one wheelchair space, often two to four
• On busy routes, many ICE 3 and ICE T trains consist of two units, each with one wheelchair space

Deutsche Bahn Mobility Service Centre offers assistance for:

• Boarding, changing, and disembarking
• Wheelchair lifts, if needed
• Information on suitable trains
• Station accessibility inquiries
• Minimum transfer time guidance

Contact the Mobility Service Centre (MSZ) at:

• Phone: 030 65212888
• Fax: 030 65212899
• Email: msz@deutschebahncom
• Opening hours:
• Monday to Friday: 6-22 o’clock
• Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays: 8-20 o’clock
• Book online: bahnde/service/individuelle-reise/barrierefrei
• Book our service by 8 pm the day before your trip for domestic travel
• For assistance abroad, please provide 36 hours' notice

Service animals:

• Guide and assistance dogs travel free and are not required to wear muzzles on the train

Severe disabilities, including children with a valid pass, travel for free on:

• All Deutsche Bahn local trains (IRE, RE, FEX, MEX, RB, and S-Bahn)
• Local trains operated by other railway companies
• Public transport on network routes
• Different rules apply when traveling abroad, and you will need a ticket for long-distance journeys.

• You cannot use the exclusive travel advice service at a separate counter with a 2nd class ticket
• You need a 1st class ticket

• You can not access the DB lounge with a 2nd class ticket
• Only a 1st class ticket allows you to enter the DB lounge

• Free access to an exclusive selection of complimentary daily newspapers is not included

• Wi-Fi is available on board Intercity Trains

• Power socket at seat

• Seats are not adjustable
• Standard leg room
• Solo seat available
• Face-to-face seats available
• Folding table

Additional details

• Larger seats than in 2nd class
• Reading light at seat

• Seat reservation is offered to 1st class passengers

• No dedicated bicycle space in 1st class available
• 2nd class provides dedicated space for bicycles
• You can book a 1st class ticket and store your bike in 2nd class

• No ticket required for small pets (up to cat size) in a suitable container
• Larger dogs need their own ticket at half fare
• Dogs without a transport box must be leashed and muzzled
• Guide dogs and labeled assistance dogs travel free, without muzzles

• No buy-on-board food options available in this class or on this train

• No dedicated area for families and space for prams in 1st class
• Family and pram space in 2nd class available
• You can book a 1st class ticket and store your pram in 2nd class

• No quiet areas in 1st class of Intercity Deutsche Bahn trains

• One larger item besides hand baggage, manageable by one person allowed
• May need storage outside the seat area (eg, in the next luggage rack)
• Standard dimensions: 700 x 500 x 300 mm (H x W x D)
• Sports equipment and musical instruments are allowed, but avoid bulky items on crowded trains
• Each traveler is responsible for their own baggage

• 93% of Intercity trains are Air conditioning

Barrier Free Travel:

• Our trains are generally accessible for passengers with reduced mobility
• Features include wide entrances, multiple wheelchair spaces, required maneuvering areas, and universal toilets near wheelchair spaces

Enhanced travel facilities include:

• Transfer seats and wheelchair/rollator spaces
• Bookable wheelchair spaces on long-distance trains
• Discounted Flex price with disability documentation
• Universal toilets in most trains
• New local trains feature wheelchair ramps
• Free transport for orthopedic aids, with some regional variations

Trains feature facilities for individuals with walking disabilities:

• Boarding marked with a wheelchair symbol
• Automatic doors (excluding IC/EC bistro coaches)
• Reserved seat with nearby wheelchair space
• Option to reserve a companion seat
• ICE trains feature a service call button and height-adjustable table for wheelchair users
• Most Intercity trains provide at least one wheelchair space, often two to four
• On busy routes, many ICE 3 and ICE T trains consist of two units, each with one wheelchair space

Deutsche Bahn Mobility Service Centre offers assistance for:

• Boarding, changing, and disembarking
• Wheelchair lifts, if needed
• Information on suitable trains
• Station accessibility inquiries
• Minimum transfer time guidance

Contact the Mobility Service Centre (MSZ) at:

• Phone: 030 65212888
• Fax: 030 65212899
• Email: msz@deutschebahncom
• Opening hours:
• Monday to Friday: 6-22 o’clock
• Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays: 8-20 o’clock
• Book online: bahnde/service/individuelle-reise/barrierefrei
• Book our service by 8 pm the day before your trip for domestic travel
• For assistance abroad, please provide 36 hours' notice

Service animals:

• Guide and assistance dogs travel free and are not required to wear muzzles on the train

Severe disabilities, including children with a valid pass, travel for free on:

• All Deutsche Bahn local trains (IRE, RE, FEX, MEX, RB, and S-Bahn)
• Local trains operated by other railway companies
• Public transport on network routes
• Different rules apply when traveling abroad, and you will need a ticket for long-distance journeys.

• At selected stations, you receive exclusive travel advice at a separate counter, ensuring significantly reduced waiting times compared to other railway passengers

• elegant seating
• stylish surroundings
• and attentive hospitality

• 1st class passengers receive an exclusive selection of complimentary daily newspapers, featuring BILD, Süddeutsche, Handelsblatt, FAZ, Welt, FAS, BAMS, and WAMS

• Wi-Fi is available on board Intercity Trains

• Power socket at seat

• Seats are not adjustable
• Standard leg room
• Solo seat available
• Face-to-face seats available
• Folding table

Additional details

• Smaller seats than in 1st class

• Free seat reservation is not offered to 2nd class passengers
• You have to holding 1st class tickets to use the free seat reservation option

On trains with bicycle space, purchase an extra ticket and reserve a dedicated bike space.

Allowed bicycles on the train include:

• Standard single-seater bicycle (tyres 40-60 mm width) for available racks
• Pedelec (electric motor up to 25 km/h, 250 watts)
• Fat bike (tyres 40-60 mm width, deflate if needed)
• Folded folding bike or children's bikes (up to 16 inches) as luggage
• Tandem, recumbent bike, or tricycle on specified trains; contact DB for details at 030 2970

Excluded from carriage are:

• Bicycles not mentioned
• Those unable to be safely stowed due to size or design
• Bicycles protruding into passageways or escape routes
• ICE 1, 2, and 3 have no bicycle spaces.

• No ticket required for small pets (up to cat size) in a suitable container
• Larger dogs need their own ticket at half fare
• Dogs without a transport box must be leashed and muzzled
• Guide dogs and labeled assistance dogs travel free, without muzzles

• No buy-on-board food options available in this class or on this train

Family or infant compartment:

• Ideal for families with children
• Proximity to entrance, luggage racks, and WC
• Seat reservations for the entire family in 2nd class from 9.80 EUR

Family Area:

• Designed for families with kindergarten or primary school-aged children

Infant Compartment:

• Tailored for families with infants (0 to 5 years)
• Protected space with proximity to WC and changing table
• Extra space for luggage and pushchairs
• Child-friendly amenities like tables, walls, and games
• Child-safe sockets throughout the compartment

Strollers:

• DB recommends easily foldable strollers or buggies
• Storage available in infant compartments, new family areas, or nearby, depending on train type

Youth fares:

• Children aged 0 to 5 travel within Germany for free and do not require a separate ticket
• Children traveling free of charge must be specified when purchasing the ticket
• Children aged 6 to 14 traveling alone receive a 50% discount on the fare
• Children aged between 6 and 14 travel free of charge when accompanied by travelers aged 15 and over, without having to be related to them. Up to four children can travel on each ticket
• In many instances, children up to the age of 14 travel for free when accompanied by an adult aged 15 or older

• There are no quiet areas in 2nd class of Intercity Deutsche Bahn trains

• One larger item besides hand baggage, manageable by one person allowed
• May need storage outside the seat area (eg, in the next luggage rack)
• Standard dimensions: 700 x 500 x 300 mm (H x W x D)
• Sports equipment and musical instruments are allowed, but avoid bulky items on crowded trains
• Each traveler is responsible for their own baggage

• 93% of Intercity trains are Air conditioning

Barrier Free Travel:

• Our trains are generally accessible for passengers with reduced mobility
• Features include wide entrances, multiple wheelchair spaces, required maneuvering areas, and universal toilets near wheelchair spaces

Enhanced travel facilities include:

• Transfer seats and wheelchair/rollator spaces
• Bookable wheelchair spaces on long-distance trains
• Discounted Flex price with disability documentation
• Universal toilets in most trains
• New local trains feature wheelchair ramps
• Free transport for orthopedic aids, with some regional variations

Trains feature facilities for individuals with walking disabilities:

• Boarding marked with a wheelchair symbol
• Automatic doors (excluding IC/EC bistro coaches)
• Reserved seat with nearby wheelchair space
• Option to reserve a companion seat
• ICE trains feature a service call button and height-adjustable table for wheelchair users
• Most Intercity trains provide at least one wheelchair space, often two to four
• On busy routes, many ICE 3 and ICE T trains consist of two units, each with one wheelchair space

Deutsche Bahn Mobility Service Centre offers assistance for:

• Boarding, changing, and disembarking
• Wheelchair lifts, if needed
• Information on suitable trains
• Station accessibility inquiries
• Minimum transfer time guidance

Contact the Mobility Service Centre (MSZ) at:

• Phone: 030 65212888
• Fax: 030 65212899
• Email: msz@deutschebahncom
• Opening hours:
• Monday to Friday: 6-22 o’clock
• Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays: 8-20 o’clock
• Book online: bahnde/service/individuelle-reise/barrierefrei
• Book our service by 8 pm the day before your trip for domestic travel
• For assistance abroad, please provide 36 hours' notice

Service animals:

• Guide and assistance dogs travel free and are not required to wear muzzles on the train

Severe disabilities, including children with a valid pass, travel for free on:

• All Deutsche Bahn local trains (IRE, RE, FEX, MEX, RB, and S-Bahn)
• Local trains operated by other railway companies
• Public transport on network routes
• Different rules apply when traveling abroad, and you will need a ticket for long-distance journeys.

• You cannot use the exclusive travel advice service at a separate counter with a 2nd class ticket
• You need a 1st class ticket

• You can not access the DB lounge with a 2nd class ticket
• Only a 1st class ticket allows you to enter the DB lounge

• Free access to an exclusive selection of complimentary daily newspapers is not included

• Wi-Fi is available on 1/3 of Regional Express Train routes

• Power socket at seat

• Seats are not adjustable
• Standard leg room
• Solo seat available
• Face-to-face seats available
• Folding table

Additional details

• Larger seats than in 2nd class
• Reading light at seat

On trains with bicycle space, purchase an extra ticket and reserve a dedicated bike space.

Allowed bicycles on the train include:

• Standard single-seater bicycle (tyres 40-60 mm width) for available racks
• Pedelec (electric motor up to 25 km/h, 250 watts)
• Fat bike (tyres 40-60 mm width, deflate if needed)
• Folded folding bike or children's bikes (up to 16 inches) as luggage
• Tandem, recumbent bike, or tricycle on specified trains; contact DB for details at 030 2970

Excluded from carriage are:

• Bicycles not mentioned
• Those unable to be safely stowed due to size or design
• Bicycles protruding into passageways or escape routes
• ICE 1, 2, and 3 have no bicycle spaces.

• No ticket required for small pets (up to cat size) in a suitable container
• Larger dogs need their own ticket at half fare
• Dogs without a transport box must be leashed and muzzled
• Guide dogs and labeled assistance dogs travel free, without muzzles

• No buy-on-board food options available in this class or on this train

Family or infant compartment or zones:

• There is no dedicated family or infant compartment

Strollers:

• No dedicated stroller storage Use easily foldable models for convenience

Youth fares:

• Children aged 0 to 5 travel within Germany for free and do not require a separate ticket
• Children traveling free of charge must be specified when purchasing the ticket
• Children aged 6 to 14 traveling alone receive a 50% discount on the fare
• Children aged between 6 and 14 travel free of charge when accompanied by travelers aged 15 and over, without having to be related to them. Up to four children can travel on each ticket
• In many instances, children up to the age of 14 travel for free when accompanied by an adult aged 15 or older

• No quiet areas in 1st class of Regional Express Deutsche Bahn trains

• One larger item besides hand baggage, manageable by one person allowed
• May need storage outside the seat area (eg, in the next luggage rack)
• Standard dimensions: 700 x 500 x 300 mm (H x W x D)
• Sports equipment and musical instruments are allowed, but avoid bulky items on crowded trains
• Each traveler is responsible for their own baggage

• 80% of Regional Express trains are Air conditioning

Barrier Free Travel:

• Our trains are generally accessible for passengers with reduced mobility
• Features include wide entrances, multiple wheelchair spaces, required maneuvering areas, and universal toilets near wheelchair spaces

Enhanced travel facilities include:

• Transfer seats and wheelchair/rollator spaces
• Bookable wheelchair spaces on long-distance trains
• Discounted Flex price with disability documentation
• Universal toilets in most trains
• New local trains feature wheelchair ramps
• Free transport for orthopedic aids, with some regional variations

Trains feature facilities for individuals with walking disabilities:

• Boarding marked with a wheelchair symbol
• Automatic doors (excluding IC/EC bistro coaches)
• Reserved seat with nearby wheelchair space
• Option to reserve a companion seat
• ICE trains feature a service call button and height-adjustable table for wheelchair users
• Most Intercity trains provide at least one wheelchair space, often two to four
• On busy routes, many ICE 3 and ICE T trains consist of two units, each with one wheelchair space

Deutsche Bahn Mobility Service Centre offers assistance for:

• Boarding, changing, and disembarking
• Wheelchair lifts, if needed
• Information on suitable trains
• Station accessibility inquiries
• Minimum transfer time guidance

Contact the Mobility Service Centre (MSZ) at:

• Phone: 030 65212888
• Fax: 030 65212899
• Email: msz@deutschebahncom
• Opening hours:
• Monday to Friday: 6-22 o’clock
• Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays: 8-20 o’clock
• Book online: bahnde/service/individuelle-reise/barrierefrei
• Book our service by 8 pm the day before your trip for domestic travel
• For assistance abroad, please provide 36 hours' notice

Service animals:

• Guide and assistance dogs travel free and are not required to wear muzzles on the train

Severe disabilities, including children with a valid pass, travel for free on:

• All Deutsche Bahn local trains (IRE, RE, FEX, MEX, RB, and S-Bahn)
• Local trains operated by other railway companies
• Public transport on network routes
• Different rules apply when traveling abroad, and you will need a ticket for long-distance journeys.

• There is no Wi-Fi available on these trains

• There may be power sockets at the seat on some trains but is not guaranteed

• Seats are not adjustable
• Standard leg room
• Solo seat available
• Face-to-face seats available
• Folding table

Additional details

• Larger seats than in 2nd class
• Reading light at seat

On trains with bicycle space, purchase an extra ticket and reserve a dedicated bike space.

Allowed bicycles on the train include:

• Standard single-seater bicycle (tyres 40-60 mm width) for available racks
• Pedelec (electric motor up to 25 km/h, 250 watts)
• Fat bike (tyres 40-60 mm width, deflate if needed)
• Folded folding bike or children's bikes (up to 16 inches) as luggage
• Tandem, recumbent bike, or tricycle on specified trains; contact DB for details at 030 2970

Excluded from carriage are:

• Bicycles not mentioned
• Those unable to be safely stowed due to size or design
• Bicycles protruding into passageways or escape routes
• ICE 1, 2, and 3 have no bicycle spaces.

• No ticket required for small pets (up to cat size) in a suitable container
• Larger dogs need their own ticket at half fare
• Dogs without a transport box must be leashed and muzzled
• Guide dogs and labeled assistance dogs travel free, without muzzles

• No buy-on-board food options available in this class or on this train

Family or infant compartment or zones:

• There is no dedicated family or infant compartment

Strollers:

• No dedicated stroller storage Use easily foldable models for convenience

Youth fares:

• Children aged 0 to 5 travel within Germany for free and do not require a separate ticket
• Children traveling free of charge must be specified when purchasing the ticket
• Children aged 6 to 14 traveling alone receive a 50% discount on the fare
• Children aged between 6 and 14 travel free of charge when accompanied by travelers aged 15 and over, without having to be related to them. Up to four children can travel on each ticket
• In many instances, children up to the age of 14 travel for free when accompanied by an adult aged 15 or older

• No quiet areas in 1st class of Regional Bahn Deutsche Bahn trains

• One larger item besides hand baggage, manageable by one person allowed
• May need storage outside the seat area (eg, in the next luggage rack)
• Standard dimensions: 700 x 500 x 300 mm (H x W x D)
• Sports equipment and musical instruments are allowed, but avoid bulky items on crowded trains
• Each traveler is responsible for their own baggage

• 80% of Regional Bahn trains are air-conditioned

Barrier Free Travel:

• Our trains are generally accessible for passengers with reduced mobility
• Features include wide entrances, multiple wheelchair spaces, required maneuvering areas, and universal toilets near wheelchair spaces

Enhanced travel facilities include:

• Transfer seats and wheelchair/rollator spaces
• Bookable wheelchair spaces on long-distance trains
• Discounted Flex price with disability documentation
• Universal toilets in most trains
• New local trains feature wheelchair ramps
• Free transport for orthopedic aids, with some regional variations

Trains feature facilities for individuals with walking disabilities:

• Boarding marked with a wheelchair symbol
• Automatic doors (excluding IC/EC bistro coaches)
• Reserved seat with nearby wheelchair space
• Option to reserve a companion seat
• ICE trains feature a service call button and height-adjustable table for wheelchair users
• Most Intercity trains provide at least one wheelchair space, often two to four
• On busy routes, many ICE 3 and ICE T trains consist of two units, each with one wheelchair space

Deutsche Bahn Mobility Service Centre offers assistance for:

• Boarding, changing, and disembarking
• Wheelchair lifts, if needed
• Information on suitable trains
• Station accessibility inquiries
• Minimum transfer time guidance

Contact the Mobility Service Centre (MSZ) at:

• Phone: 030 65212888
• Fax: 030 65212899
• Email: msz@deutschebahncom
• Opening hours:
• Monday to Friday: 6-22 o’clock
• Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays: 8-20 o’clock
• Book online: bahnde/service/individuelle-reise/barrierefrei
• Book our service by 8 pm the day before your trip for domestic travel
• For assistance abroad, please provide 36 hours' notice

Service animals:

• Guide and assistance dogs travel free and are not required to wear muzzles on the train

Severe disabilities, including children with a valid pass, travel for free on:

• All Deutsche Bahn local trains (IRE, RE, FEX, MEX, RB, and S-Bahn)
• Local trains operated by other railway companies
• Public transport on network routes
• Different rules apply when traveling abroad, and you will need a ticket for long-distance journeys.