Explore German routes and trains in Train Simulator Classic, including ICE, DB locomotives, regional units, freight stock and DLC compatibility.
Train Simulator Classic has German main-line, high-speed, regional, commuter and freight content, mostly delivered as separate route and rolling-stock DLC. Major routes include Munich–Augsburg, Hamburg–Hanover, Cologne–Koblenz, Mannheim–Karlsruhe, Berlin–Leipzig and Hamburg–Lübeck; driveable trains range from ICE sets and DB electrics to S-Bahn units, diesels and freight stock.
Which German routes are available in Train Simulator Classic?
The German route catalogue covers busy Intercity corridors, S-Bahn operations, Alpine lines, freight routes and historical branches. The following are representative releases rather than a permanent shop inventory, because annual editions change and some older DLC can be withdrawn while remaining downloadable to existing owners.
| Route | Character | Typical operations |
|---|---|---|
| Munich–Augsburg | High-speed Bavarian main line | ICE, Intercity, regional and commuter services |
| Hamburg–Hanover | Long, fast north German corridor | ICE, locomotive-hauled passenger and heavy freight |
| Cologne–Koblenz | Rhine passenger and freight route | Regional, Intercity and mixed freight workings |
| Mannheim–Karlsruhe | Busy Rhine main line | High-speed, regional and freight traffic |
| Berlin–Leipzig | Modern electrified inter-city corridor | Fast passenger, regional and freight services |
| Hamburg–Lübeck | Regional north German route | Passenger, push-pull and freight operations |
| Munich–Rosenheim and Munich–Garmisch | Bavarian main lines towards the Alps | Regional, Intercity and cross-border-style traffic |
| Konstanz–Villingen | Black Forest mixed-traffic railway | Regional passenger and freight services |
| Wutachtalbahn | Historical Black Forest branch | Heritage and period operations |
| Mosel: Koblenz–Trier | River-valley main line | Regional passenger and freight traffic |
Other releases and extensions cover additional German corridors, fictional networks and routes crossing into neighbouring countries. Our broader overview of Train Simulator Classic route coverage explains how the catalogue and route dependencies fit together, while our route-picking guidance, including Konstanz–Villingen, helps match a route to the type of driving you prefer.
Which German locomotives and trains can you drive?
German rolling stock in Train Simulator Classic spans modern ICE units, conventional DB locomotives, regional multiple units, shunters, freight traction and older steam or diesel equipment. Examples represented across route packages and standalone add-ons include:
- High-speed trains: ICE 1, ICE 2, ICE 3 and ICE T variants.
- Intercity and mixed-traffic electrics: DB BR 101, BR 103, BR 120, BR 143 and BR 146.
- Freight locomotives: BR 151, BR 155, BR 185 and BR 189, alongside heavy freight wagons.
- Regional and commuter units: BR 420 and BR 423 S-Bahn trains, BR 425 units and BR 442 Talent 2 variants.
- Diesel traction: BR 218 and BR 232 main-line diesels, BR 261 and BR 294 shunters, and BR 628 regional units.
- Passenger and freight stock: double-deck coaches, driving trailers, Intercity coaches, container flats, tankers, hoppers and other wagon types.
Not every listed class is bundled with every suitable route. Liveries, cab equipment, sounds and scenario compatibility also differ between products representing the same locomotive class. More detailed German models may simulate PZB, SIFA and AFB, but the controls and default states are not standardised across all add-ons.
Are German trains included with routes or sold separately?
Most German route packages include enough rolling stock to run their supplied scenarios, but additional locomotives, enhancement packs and scenarios are commonly sold separately. The Train Simulator Classic base package or annual edition does not unlock the whole German catalogue.
Older routes and community scenarios may require the legacy European asset library. We recommend checking what the European Loco & Asset Pack contains and when it is required, because it supplies DB locomotives, coaches, wagons and scenery assets used by numerous older releases.
A standalone locomotive can also require a specific route for its included scenarios. Owning the locomotive does not grant that route, and owning a different version of the same class may not satisfy the dependency: Train Simulator Classic treats products with separate blueprint paths as different assets.
How do I choose compatible German route and train DLC?
The safest approach is to choose the route first, then add trains whose requirements explicitly name that route or support Quick Drive.
- Choose the operation: use Munich–Augsburg or Hamburg–Hanover for sustained high-speed running, Cologne–Koblenz for Rhine mixed traffic, or Konstanz–Villingen for a more regional experience.
- Check what is included: distinguish a complete route from a locomotive, scenario pack, reskin or route enhancement. The latter products usually need original DLC.
- Read every requirement: look for required routes, locomotive packs and legacy asset packs. Workshop scenarios can need several products beyond the route shown in their title.
- Confirm the playable mode: supplied scenarios use fixed stock, while Quick Drive needs a compatible route scenario and a selectable consist. A train can be installed correctly without appearing in every menu.
- Install and restart: allow the platform client to finish downloading the DLC, then restart Train Simulator Classic. Our route and expansion installation steps cover missing route tiles and incomplete downloads.
A mistake we see constantly is assuming that any BR 101, BR 218 or ICE model can replace another product with the same class number. It cannot do so automatically. If a scenario reports missing consists or loads without the expected train, identify the exact DLC named by its requirements rather than buying another version of the class.