We'll tell you all about the history of the castles, the area, and a lot more, and you'll find yourself among like-minded travelers as we show you a great time. What's more, we'll also take you on an exclusive bike tour, guide you through a wonderful gorge, and help you have one of the best days of your entire trip. Of course, you can also go it alone by car or train, but it won't be half as much fun as with us. At the Berlin Zoo Garten station, near Western Union, the friendly English-speaking staff can help you with tickets, couchettes, logistics, consulting, tours, you name it. Payment is done on an honor system.
Agents check sporadically for tickets in the trains.
Yes, there's a decent chance of getting caught and the fine is DM 60. It's a clean, safe, efficient system and it's cool to just pay your share. Ticket vending machines are at all entrances to the system. Validation machines are at the entrances to all trains and in buses and trams. S-Bahns are included on valid Eurail passes.