Do children up to 5 years of age have to be indicated on the ticket?

Children up to 5 years of age travel free of charge on Deutsche Bahn long-distance trains and do not need to be indicated on the ticket. We recommend that you indicate children regardless of age, however, as this allows you to reserve a seat in the family compartment or toddler area. Accompanying children are only listed on the ticket from the age of 6.