TGV and ICE offering a common service to connect France and Germany

TGV and ICE together to connect France and Germany

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50% discount Belgium (SNCB)

If you have a reduction card giving 50% discount on the Belgian rail network (e.g. Large Families, Preferential Reimbursement or Military card), you also get 50% discount on the Belgian part of an international journey with InterCity or regional trains at Standard fare.

100% discount Belgium (SNCB)

Holders of a valid travel pass, Network Railcard or token for free transport on the Belgian rail network (visual impaired travellers, parliament members, police in uniform etc...) do not have to pay for the Belgian part of an international journey with conventional IC or local trains.

40% discount Netherlands (NS)

Holders of some types of NS season tickets (e.g. OV-Jaarabonnement, depending on the travel time and the season ticket conditions) get 40% discount on the Dutch part of an international journey with conventional trains to/from the Netherlands.

100% discount Netherlands (NS)

Holders of a valid railpass for the Dutch rail network and holders of some types of NS season tickets (e.g. OV-Jaarabonnement, depending on the travel time and the season ticket conditions) do not pay for the Dutch part of an international journey with conventional trains to/from the Netherlands.

100% discount Luxembourg (CFL)

Holders of a valid travel pass, Network Railcard or token for free transport on the Luxembourg rail network do not have to pay for the Luxembourg part of an international journey with conventional IC or local trains.

Frequent Pass (Thalys)

ThePass members pay a membership fee entitling them to reduced fares and increased flexibility when travelling to certain Thalys destinations.

Premium Pass (Thalys)

ThePass members pay a membership fee entitling them to reduced fares and increased flexibility when travelling between Paris and Brussels.

Bahncard 25 1st class (DB)

This card gives 25% discount in Germany when travelling with ICE or conventional trains (not valid on Thalys).

Bahncard 25 2nd class (DB)

This card gives 25% discount in Germany when travelling with ICE or conventional trains (not valid on Thalys).

Bahncard 50 1st class (DB)

This card gives 50% discount in Germany when travelling with ICE or conventional trains (not valid on Thalys).

Bahncard 50 2nd class (DB)

This card gives 50% discount in Germany when travelling with ICE or conventional trains (not valid on Thalys).

Carte Avantage Jeune (SNCF)

This discount card for travellers from 12 to 27 years old offers a 30% discount on TGV and Intercités journeys in France and in Europe.

Carte Avantage Senior (SNCF)

This discount card for travellers of 60 years and over offers a 30% discount on TGV and Intercités journeys in France and in Europe.

Carte Liberté (SNCF)

The Carté Liberté is sold at the fixed price of €399 per year. This card is valid in 1st and 2nd class throughout France and offers 45% discount on the Business Première fare or 60% discount on the Seconde fare (as well as 50% discount to a maximum of 3 accompanying children).

Carte Avantage - child companion (SNCF)

Discount for maximum 3 children (4 to 11 years old) who travel together with the holder of a valid Carte Avantage.

Half-Fare Travelcard (SBB)

Discount of 50% with the Half-Fare Travelcard (SBB)

Loyalty cards

Enter the My Thalys World, Carte Grand Voyageur or Eurostar loyalty card number for each passenger. Note: this card is nominative and not transferable.

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Book your TGV/ICE France-Germany train ticketsTGV/ICE France-Germany

Travel at lightning speed between the South of Germany and Paris or the South of France on board TGV or ICE trains thanks to the DB-SNCF cooperation.

Why travel by TGV®/ICE France-Germany?

TGV® and ICE high-speed trains
Run together on the Paris - Frankfurt, Paris - Munich and Marseille - Frankfurt lines
Book up to 6 months ahead to enjoy the best fares
Seat reservation is included in the ticket price

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Travel update

Travel in France from 10/12/2023: booking possible as from 4 October.

Every year in mid-December, different European rail companies simultaneously amend their train services, with new timetables taking effect more or less throughout Europe.

Reservations on TGV INOUI trains for journeys to, from and within France from 10 December 2023 to 9 January 2024 will be possible from Wednesday 4 October.

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Paris - Frankfurt Direct train 3:48

from € 45 *

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Paris - Munich Direct train 6:11

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Paris - Mannheim Direct train 3:05

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Frankfurt - Marseille Direct train 7:45

from € 49 *

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Karlsruhe - Lyon Direct train 4:44

from € 49 *

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Saarbrücken - Paris Direct train 1:48

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Destinations served by TGV®/ICE France-Germany

FRANCE Paris, Forbach, Strasbourg, Mulhouse, Belfort, Besançon, Chalon-sur-Saône, Mâcon, Lyon, Avignon, Aix-en-Provence and Marseille
GERMANY Frankfurt, Kaiserslautern, Saarbrücken, Mannheim, Karlsruhe, Baden-Baden, Stuttgart, Ulm, Augsburg and Munich

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Why travel by TGV/ICE France-Germany?

2 COMFORT CLASSES

2nd class

Reclining seats and electrical sockets
Communications area and family compartments
Nursery zone
Extra baggage areas
Access to the bar carriage
Folding tables and reading lamps
German- and French-speaking on-board staff
For all travellers to Paris: you can buy your metro and RER tickets on the train

1st class

Wider reclining seats with generous leg room and cushioned headrests
Electrical sockets
Access to the bar carriage
Choice of daily newspapers in German and French
Taxi booking service for passengers travelling to Paris from Monday to Friday. The taxi driver will personally collect you from the platform at Paris Est.
Entry to the lounges in Frankfurt, Mannheim, Stuttgart and Munich (DB Lounges) as well as in Paris and Strasbourg (Salon Grand Voyageur SNCF) with complementary services, including drinks and light snacks served at your seat, current daily newspapers, etc.
Area for passengers with reduced mobility >

TGV INOUI BAR CARRIAGE

The TGV INOUI bar carriage is open to all passengers. Here you can purchase a wide selection of refreshments including drinks, warm meals, sandwiches and salads (to eat on the spot or take away to your seat), as well as magazines, children's games, USB sticks, Paris Metro maps, etc.

ICE BAR AND RESTAURANT CARRIAGE

The on-board bar and restaurant (« BordBistro and « Bordrestaurant ») are available to all passengers and offer a selection of international specialities that change on a monthly basis, healthy organic dishes, snacks, as well as beverages.

TGV INOUI WORK AREA

The on-board work areas are specially designed for working or simply making phone calls and are located in carriages 6 and 7. You’ll find a table and electrical sockets there.

TGV INOUI FAMILY COMPARTMENTS

Book the family compartment to enjoy a relaxing journey with your children, who’ll have the freedom to move around and play as they please. Each train has 8 family areas with 4 seats in carriages 6 and 7.

To reserve a family compartment (subject to availability), simply request one when booking. You can do this at any SNCB International station, via the SNCB International Contact Centre or at your travel agency.

ICE FAMILY-FRIENDLY SERVICES

ICE trains offer a wide range of facilities for families with children:

Children accompanied by their parents or grandparents travel free
Baby compartment: children can play to their heart’s content in this compartment reserved for families with babies and children up to 3 years old
Family compartment: travel in the company of other families with kids
Entertainment for children (free): on the weekend and on some ICE routes, a team of animators provides free entertainment for children
Kids menu: the BordBistro and Bordrestaurant offer a kids menu in a special snack box (drink, dessert and toy included)

TGV®/ICE France-Germany fares and additional services

FARES

Discover the TGV/ICE France-Germany fares for specific passenger groups.

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FLEXIBILITY

Non Flex, Mid Flex, High Flex… Find out more about exchange and refund conditions.

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