• Name: Intercity-Express
  • Date of birth: 1991
  • Maximum speed (commercial use): 320 km/h
 

Travelling Safely at Top Speed

 
Deutsche Bahn AG’s fastest train has a very good reputation.

At speeds of up to 300 km/h, the ICE takes you to your destination quickly and safely in total serenity. With its comfortable, modern interior and a wide range of services, travelling with ICE is a real pleasure.

The ICE service operates between many cities at hourly or two-hourly intervals and goes as far as France, Switzerland, Austria, Belgium and the Netherlands.

Cross-platform interchanges from ICE to ICE is possible at many stations, without any stairs or long distances to walk. The comfort and convenience of ICE are sure to win you over. ICE trains are fully air-conditioned and have a low noise level amongst other things.

Comfort from every aspect

 
In all ICE trains you have a wide choice of seats. When reserving your seat at the counter you will be asked whether you would like a window or aisle seat, a row or a face-to-face seat or a fixed table. It’s also possible to reserve a seat with improved mobile phone reception on request. If you want to travel in a quiet atmosphere, we recommend reserving a seat in the silent area.

In both 1st and 2nd class coaches you’ll find comfortable seats that can be reclined or raised. There are also fixed or hinged tables at all seats.

We recommend passengers travelling with young children to reserve a seat in the parent and child compartment. All ICE trains have special facilities for disabled travellers as well, including wide doors, wheelchair parking and handicapped accessible toilets. A baby changing table is also available on all ICE trains. Please reserve these seats at the counter or at our call centre.

Onboard service

 
Our friendly service crew will gladly help you with any questions or requests. A public announcement system provides information about the next stop and connections available. The information leaflet "Ihr Reiseplan" at your seat also features the available services and connections. Passengers can also buy daily newspapers at the Bordbistro.

During the journey you can leave your luggage in one of the ICE lockers in the vestibules - when you are at the BordRestaurant, for example.  The deposit will be returned to you when you remove your luggage.

The service crew on the train can also take orders for taxis or porters. The taxi or porter will then be waiting for you when you reach your destination. Learn more...

Food and Beverages

 
There is a Bordbistro and/or Bordrestaurant on all ICE trains. Depending on the time of the day, you can choose from a range of breakfast menus to suit all tastes or à la carte main dishes. In addition to standard dishes, our menus often feature German and European regional specialities.

The Bordbistro serves snacks and a wide selection of beverages which you can enjoy there or take back to your seat.

In 1st class coaches, a selection of beverages and meals from our menus can be served at your seat upon request.

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