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DB Christens ICE L on Sylt as First ICE Service to the Island

The rollout signals DB’s push for accessible long‑distance travel on a fragile corridor.

Schleswig-Holsteins Verkehrsminister Claus Ruhe Madsen (CDU) bei der Taufe des ICE „Nationalpark Schleswig-Holsteinisches Wattenmeer“ in Westerland.
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Overview

  • The train was christened in Westerland on Tuesday with the name “Nationalpark Schleswig-Holsteinisches Wattenmeer.”
  • The ICE L has run daily since May 1 between Hamburg and Westerland, replacing Intercity trains and becoming the first ICE to cross the Hindenburgdamm causeway.
  • DB promotes step‑free low‑floor boarding, a refreshed interior with more space for families, and stronger mobile reception on board.
  • The train can reach 230 km/h in design, yet the Marschbahn allows only 120 to 160 km/h, which limits gains on a link often prone to disruption.
  • Direct Berlin–Westerland trips begin June 14 with more summer routes in July, and state officials with DB have agreed on a five‑point plan to improve reliability as some users online question ride comfort and the ICE label.