Can I use an ICE/IC train with the Deutschland-Ticket if I know I will reach the destination with a considerable delay?

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In principle, this is not possible, as the Deutschlandticket is an offer with a significantly reduced fare in accordance with Section 3 of the Rail Transport Ordinance (EVO). This means that travellers with a Deutschlandticket must always buy a separate ticket to use a long distance train. In exceptional cases, if a cancellation or train delay affects the last connection of the day with arrival by midnight a delay or cancellation occurs on a train connection with scheduled arrival between 0 a.m. and 5 a.m. and the delay at the destination is at least 60 minutes the use of an ICE or IC/EC train is also possible within the framework of the regulations of §11 Para. 2 of the Railway Traffic Ordinance (EVO). The following also applies in this case: You must first purchase a separate ticket for the use of ICE or IC/EC trains, the fare for which will then be reimbursed up to an amount of 120 euros as part of the settlement of passenger rights.