How to Book Train Travel From Germany to France

Book train travel from Germany to France to experience liberty, equality, fraternity and those delicious croissants. Read on to learn how to book train travel from Germany to France.

Things You'll Need

• Passport
• Computer with Internet access

Instructions

Book Your Train Travel From Germany to France

1. Book moderately priced Rail Passes on the Eurail Web site. See the Resources section below for a link.

2. Call (877) RAIL PASS to book Rail Passes over the phone.

3. Choose the type of pass you want. The France-Germany Pass entitles you to unlimited travel for four to ten days within both countries over two months with discounts on other activities.

4. Book a Select Pass if you want to travel to three different countries--for example, Germany, France and Austria.

5. Buy a Rail'N'Drive Pass for the ultimate French adventure. This pass includes a two-day car rental and four days of train travel to the cities of your choice.

6. Feel the need for speed. For a fast, luxurious ride from selected cities in Germany to Paris, Euro Disney or Charles de Gaul Airport, take the Red Thalys Train.

Book German Railways Travel From Germany to France

1. Visit the German Railways site to book affordable tickets and get information about various trains. See the Resources section below for a link.

2. Contact German Railways by calling 011 ([phone] to book tickets and get up-to-date information.

3. Reserve your seat in advance. This is required on all trains to and within France.

4. Know that in summer months and holidays, delays can be expected in train schedules.

5. Arrive with plenty of time at your train station to validate your tickets and find the correct platform.

Tips & Warnings

• If you are under 26, get a discount Youth Pass on any train travel between Germany and France.

• France has new day day passes for train travel within the country if you choose to purchase point-to point tickets from Germany to France instead of a Rail Pass.

• Cater to the fussy eaters in your life by taking your own food. Though buffet cars are on board, selections are often limited.

• Consider a TVG train from France to neighboring countries. A TVG, Train à Grande Vitesse is considered the ultimate in speed and sophistication.

• Book your tickets early over the Internet for cheap deals and promotional discounts. Your tickets, along with a current timetable and European rail map, will be mailed to you before you leave home.

• All phone numbers include the United States international prefix "011." When calling internationally outside the United States, substitute that "011" with "00."

• All country codes are within parentheses and begin with a "+" sign.

• The France-Germany Pass is not available for purchase once you arrive in Europe.

• Smoking is prohibited on all trains to France.

• There are no baggage cars on trains going to France. You will have to carry and watch over all your belongings the entire trip.