If exploring Europe is on your radar this year, Germany might just offer one of the best travels deals around.
With the Deutschlandticket, you can unlock unlimited travel across the entire country — for the jaw-dropping price of just €58 per month (around $63), which breaks down to only $2.09 a day.
The Deutschlandticket — your gateway to exploring Germany for less than the cost of a coffee a day.
That’s right — for less than the price of a coffee, you can ride regional trains, buses, trams, and even ferries, hopping from Berlin to Munich, without buying a single extra ticket.
The Deutschlandticket doesn’t cover Germany’s super-fast high-speed trains (like the ICE), but with a bit of extra time and a slower pace, you’ll get to see the country more intimately — rolling past castles, vineyards, and storybook villages you’d miss in a blur at 300 km/h.
It’s primarily marketed to locals, but tourists can absolutely buy it too. The only thing to note: it’s a monthly subscription, available only during the first 10 days of each month.
If you’re visiting for a short time, make sure to cancel the subscription after purchase — you’ll still get to use your pass for the entire month without being charged again.
Purchase the Deutschlandticket via the DB Navigator app (Deutsche Bahn’s official app), and your digital pass will be ready to go. When searching for journeys, simply check the filter for “Deutschland-Ticket connections only” to see which trains are included.
Just be mindful — if you’re planning a trip that spans two calendar months, you’ll need to buy a second ticket for the next month. It’s a small trade-off for such unlimited freedom.
No need to queue for tickets. No confusion about zones or pricing. Once your Deutschlandticket is activated, just hop on board and go. It even works on ferries in cities like Hamburg, making it one of the most flexible and cost-effective travel passes in Europe.
Pair it with a scenic train from Munich to Zurich, and your adventure through Germany, Italy, and Switzerland becomes smoother — and more budget-friendly.
Believe it or not, Luxembourg has Germany beat. Since early 2020, this tiny but wealthy nation has made all public transport completely free — no ticket, no app, no catch. Just step on and enjoy the ride.
Modern public tram in Luxembourg City — yes, this ride is 100% free.
Germany and Luxembourg aren’t the only ones encouraging rail travel. In France’s Normandy region, arriving by train, bus, or bike can get you 10% off at dozens of cultural attractions, from castles to canoeing adventures.
Meanwhile in Spain, stay at eco-hotels like Mas Pelegri in Girona, and you could receive £50 off your stay just for traveling there by rail.
As the leaves begin to turn and the summer crowds start to thin, September is the perfect time to explore Europe by train. And with deals like the Deutschlandticket, there’s never been a more affordable — or scenic — way to do it.
