Book moderately priced Rail Passes on the Eurail Web site. See the Resources section below for a link.
Call (877) RAIL PASS to book Rail Passes over the phone.
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.
Book a Select Pass if you want to travel to three different countries--for example, Germany, France and Austria.
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.
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.
Visit the German Railways site to book affordable tickets and get information about various trains. See the Resources section below for a link.
Contact German Railways by calling 011 (+49) 1805 996633 to book tickets and get up-to-date information.
Reserve your seat in advance. This is required on all trains to and within France.
Know that in summer months and holidays, delays can be expected in train schedules.
Arrive with plenty of time at your train station to validate your tickets and find the correct platform.