The Cologne–Frankfurt high-speed rail line is a 180-kilometre-long high-speed line in Germany, connecting the cities of Cologne and Frankfurt. Its route follows the Bundesautobahn 3 for the greater pa
Köln Hauptbahnhof
Six track section near Porz
Wied viaduct
ICE 3 departing westward from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station underneath The Squaire
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ICE 3 is a family of high-speed electric multiple unit trains operated by Deutsche Bahn. It currently includes classes 403, 407 and 408 which are additionally specified as ICE 3, New ICE 3 and ICE 3ne
Cologne–Frankfurt high-speed rail line
…travel time is about 62 minutes. The line's grades of up to four percent require trains with a high power-to-weight ratio which is currently only met by third-generation and fourth-generation Intercity-Express trains, with the latter operating at reduced speeds. It was constructed between 1995 and 2002 at a total cost…
ICE 3 on the Cologne–Frankfurt high-speed rail line
Second-class interior
A now-retired Class 406 trainset
A Siemens Velaro Class 407 trainset