Can I cancel or exchange a German Rail Pass?

Yes.

  • Exchange before the first day of validity is free of charge
  • Refund before the first day of validity is subject to a processing fee of 15%
  • Refund of unused German Rail Passes after the first day of validity: Possible upon presentation of a medical certificate stating that travel was not possible or the flight ticket for the return journey (journey home). The refund entails a processing fee of 15%.
  • Refund of used German Rail Passes after the first day of validity: Partial refund only possible in exceptional circumstances (illness, cancellation of the trip). Holders must present a medical certificate stating that travel was not possible or a flight ticket for a return journey (journey home).
Further information: Further information about the German Rail Passes