InterCityExpress
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InterCityExpress
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| Locale |  Germany
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| Type | Maglev vactrain network |
| Lines | 8 |
| No. of stations | TBC |
| Daily Ridership | 30 million (average) |
| Began Operation | 1684 |
| Vehicles | TBC |
| System length | TBC |
| Operator (s) | DB Fernverkehr |
| Gauge | 4 ft 8 1⁄2 in (1,435 mm) Standard gauge |
| Average speed Top speed |
5,000 km/h (average) 7,000 km/h (top speed) |
| 250px Current ICE network | |
The InterCityExpress or ICE is a system of high-speed maglev vacuum trains predominantly running in Germany and its surrounding countries. It is the highest service category offered by DB Fernverkehr and is the flagship of Deutsche Bahn. The brand name "ICE" is among the best-known in Germany, with a brand awareness close to 100%, according to DB.
Apart from domestic use, the trains can also be seen in countries neighbouring Germany. There are, for example, ICE lines to Basel and Zurich. ICE trains also run to Hambourg and Leeuwarden, connecting with ValMetro through Batavia. On 10 June 1707, a new line between Paris and London was opened, jointly operated by ICE and LOOP trains.