Overview
- The railway urges passengers to reserve seats and review expected train occupancy before traveling.
- A 14 December timetable change boosts capacity, including half‑hourly ICE service connecting 21 cities.
- Rail works will be minimized over the holidays, with key upgrades finished in time on routes such as Berlin–Leipzig/Halle and Berlin–BER–Dresden–Prague.
- Travel outside peak hours typically costs less, and the app and website provide a Best Price search to find cheaper departures.
- Despite strong demand, many Super Saver fares remain for Christmas and New Year, and checking other rail or coach operators may yield lower prices.