Deutsche Bahn and French SNCF are set to enhance direct train connections between Munich and Paris.

Beginning in December 2026, five direct train connections are expected to operate between the two cities, utilizing both ICE and TGV trains.

Feedback on the new direct ICE connection between Berlin and Paris has been positive, according to DB long-distance transport chief Michael Peterson.

SNCF has indicated that they could expand their long-distance services if demand remains positive.

Currently, the only direct service between Paris and Munich operates once daily without transfers, highlighting existing interest in this route.

Initially, there will be one daily round trip, with the potential for expansion based on demand, as announced by SNCF spokesperson Charlotte Caillaux.

DB board member Michael Peterson noted that approximately 75% of travelers on the Berlin-Paris line travel the entire distance, indicating strong demand for international rail travel.

The success of the Berlin-Paris and Frankfurt-Marseille routes shows that people are willing to accept longer travel times.

The new direct ICE train service between Berlin and Paris, launched shortly before Christmas 2024, has experienced high demand from travelers.

There are above-average advance bookings for the first quarter of 2025, with train occupancy rates reaching 90 percent.

DB and SNCF previously collaborated to introduce an overnight sleeper train service between Berlin and Paris in December 2023, followed by high-speed daytime connections in December 2024.

The daily high-speed train service between Berlin and Paris has seen strong demand, with high occupancy rates and advance bookings for early 2025.