Germany 2023

Here my ideas and my plans for a trip through Germany by local trains only making use of the new 49 Euro Ticket (since 1 May 2023) Ref is the Website Deutsche Bahn.de | Asking ChatGPT for ideas and more.

Author: Peter H Bloecker | #phb

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Instead of ICE Munich to Hamburg here my itinery: (Option local trains only)

Day 1:

Depart from Munich HBF and take the local train to Ingolstadt. Spend a few hours exploring this charming Bavarian city, which is home to a 15th-century castle and several historic churches.
From Ingolstadt, take a local train to Nuremberg, where you can spend the afternoon exploring the old town, which is famous for its medieval architecture, including the Kaiserburg castle and the Albrecht Dürer House.
In the evening, take a local train from Nuremberg to Würzburg, where you can spend the night.

Day 2:

Spend the morning exploring Würzburg, a picturesque city known for its baroque architecture and the UNESCO-listed Residence Palace.
From Würzburg, take a local train to Kassel, where you can visit the Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe, a stunning park with cascading waterfalls, an impressive statue of Hercules, and a beautiful palace.
In the evening, take a local train from Kassel to Göttingen, where you can spend the night.

Day 3:

Spend the morning exploring Göttingen, a university town with a charming old town and several historic buildings, including the Gänseliesel fountain.
From Göttingen, take a local train to Hamburg, where you will arrive in the late afternoon.

Instead of ICE Hamburg to Berlin here my itinery: (Option local trains only)

Day 1:

Depart from Hamburg HBF and take a local train to Schwerin. This charming city is known for its stunning castle, which overlooks a beautiful lake. Spend a few hours exploring the castle and the old town.
From Schwerin, take a local train to Berlin’s Spandau station, where you can spend the night.

Day 2:

Spend the morning exploring Spandau, which has a rich history dating back to the Middle Ages. Visit the 16th-century Citadel, which has been well-preserved and is now home to several museums.
From Spandau, take a local train to Berlin’s central station (Berlin HBF). This will give you plenty of time to explore the city’s many landmarks, such as the Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, the Berlin Wall Memorial, and the Reichstag building.
Spend the night in Berlin.

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Instead of ICE Hamburg to Aachen here my itinery: (Option local trains only)

Day 1:

Depart from Hamburg HBF and take a local train to Bremen. Spend the morning exploring this vibrant city, which is famous for its historic town center, Bremen Town Musicians statue, and the Weser River.
From Bremen, take a local train to Münster, a university town with a charming old town and several historic churches, including the St. Paulus Cathedral and the Lambertikirche.
Spend the night in Münster.

Day 2:

Spend the morning exploring Münster, including a visit to the famous Münster Zoo, or a bike ride along the scenic promenade.
In the afternoon, take a local train from Münster to Cologne, a historic city with a stunning cathedral, museums, and several shopping districts.
Spend the night in Cologne.

Day 3:

Spend the morning exploring Cologne, including a visit to the iconic Kölner Dom Cathedral and the Museum Ludwig.
In the afternoon, take a local train from Cologne to Aachen, where you can explore the city’s historic center, including the Aachen Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Carolus Thermen Spa.
Spend the night in Aachen.

Day 4:

Spend the morning exploring more of Aachen’s attractions, such as the Couven Museum, the Elisenbrunnen Fountain, and the historic City Hall.
In the afternoon, depart from Aachen and take a local train back to Hamburg, where you will arrive late at night.

Based in Hamburg / Germany for more than 10 days here my list of day trips by local trains with the 49 Euro Ticket on my Mobile …

Lübeck: Take a local train from Hamburg to Lübeck, a beautiful medieval town with a charming old town, historic churches, and museums. Visit the famous Holstentor gate, the St. Mary’s Church, and the Buddenbrook House, which inspired the famous novel by Thomas Mann.
Kiel: Take a local train from Hamburg to Kiel, a maritime city with a long history of shipbuilding and seafaring. Visit the Kiel Canal, the Maritime Museum, and the Fischhalle market, where you can sample fresh seafood.
Schwerin: Take a local train from Hamburg to Schwerin, a picturesque city with a stunning castle, which overlooks a beautiful lake. Explore the castle, the old town, and the cathedral.
Bremen: Take a local train from Hamburg to Bremen, a vibrant city with a historic town center, a famous statue of the Bremen Town Musicians, and several museums, including the Kunsthalle art museum.
Ratzeburg: Take a local train from Hamburg to Ratzeburg, a charming town located on an island in a beautiful lake. Visit the Ratzeburg Cathedral, the Kreismuseum, and enjoy a walk around the lake.
Stade: Take a local train from Hamburg to Stade, a picturesque town with a rich history dating back to the Middle Ages. Explore the old town, the St. Cosmae et Damiani Church, and the Hanseatic Museum.
Buxtehude: Take a local train from Hamburg to Buxtehude, a charming town with a beautiful old town and several historic buildings, including the St. Petri Church.
Lauenburg: Take a local train from Hamburg to Lauenburg, a historic town located on the Elbe River. Visit the Lauenburg Castle, the town’s many old buildings, and enjoy a walk along the river.
Lüneburg: Take a local train from Hamburg to Lüneburg, a beautiful town with a well-preserved medieval old town, several museums, and the famous Lüneburg salt mines.
Celle: Take a local train from Hamburg to Celle, a charming town with a beautiful old town, several historic buildings, including the Celle Castle, and several museums, including the Bomann Museum.

There are many other beautiful towns and attractions to explore within easy reach of Hamburg using only local trains.

And last not least …

Local day trips from Kiel by Train and bike …

Flensburg: Take a local train from Kiel to Flensburg, a charming town on the Danish border. Visit the historic old town, the Flensburg Maritime Museum, and explore the local breweries and distilleries.
Lübeck: Take a local train from Kiel to Lübeck, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a beautiful medieval old town. Visit the Holstentor gate, the St. Mary’s Church, and the Buddenbrook House, which inspired the famous novel by Thomas Mann.
Hamburg: Take a local train from Kiel to Hamburg, Germany’s second-largest city. Visit the Elbphilharmonie concert hall, the historic Speicherstadt district, and the Miniatur Wunderland.
Rendsburg: Take a local train from Kiel to Rendsburg, a town on the Kiel Canal. Visit the Rendsburg High Bridge, which spans the canal, and the Rendsburg Railway Museum.
Eckernförde: Take a local train from Kiel to Eckernförde, a charming seaside town on the Baltic Sea. Visit the beach, the historic old town, and the Eckernförde Museum.
Plön: Take a local train from Kiel to Plön, a picturesque town on the shores of the Great Plön Lake. Visit the Plön Castle, the historic old town, and the Princes’ Island.
Neumünster: Take a local train from Kiel to Neumünster, a town known for its designer outlet shopping center. Visit the Neumünster Zoo, the Tuch and Technik Museum, and the Neumünster Water Tower.
Eutin: Take a local train from Kiel to Eutin, a town known for its beautiful gardens and lakes. Visit the Eutin Castle, the historic old town, and the Eutin Arboretum.
Schleswig: Take a local train from Kiel to Schleswig, a town known for its Viking history and museums. Visit the Schleswig Cathedral, the Gottorf Castle, and the Viking Museum Haithabu.
Kiel Canal: Take a local train to one of the towns along the Kiel Canal, such as Rendsburg or Brunsbüttel. Visit the canal locks, the historic old town, and the canal museums.