On board of Thalys
Thalys in general
Many aspects of Thalys have been altered:
- Comfortable and modern interior
- New culinary offerings, served with newly styled tableware
- Improved technology
- New uniforms for personnel
A Thalys exlusive: Le Salon
Extra privacy and comfort. Thalys offers this with Le Salon. It's an area where you can work or hold a meeting without being disturbed.
► Read more about Le Salon
Catering
In the bar/buffet carriage, you can order coffee, tea or another beverage, and sandwiches, salads and hot or cold snacks. You can pay cash or, for orders of € 10.00 or more, with a credit card. Tickets for the Paris and Brussels metro can also be bought here.
Locating your carriage
Your ticket has your carriage number on it. On the platforms you will find posters with information about the train set-up which will indicate where you can best wait for your carriage. On the Thalys trains, the carriage numbers are located next to the exterior doors. So, finding your carriage should be easy. In the carriage, seat numbers are clearly marked above the seats.
Travellers with impaired mobility
Thalys provides a number of special facilities that make sure our trains are as accessible as possible for everyone, including the elderly, visually impaired and other passengers with impaired mobility. More information
Luggage
You can take two large pieces of luggage (max. 85 cm) and one piece of hand luggage aboard. Luggage racks are located at the entrance to the carriages. More information
Taking your bicycle along
On board Thalys, a bicycle is only allowed if its front wheel has been removed and if the bicycle is packed in a special bicycle slipcover (maximum dimensions: 120x90 cm). The bicyle is then considered a bagage item. A folding bike is permitted as long as it is folded and packed. More information
Taking a pet along
Most trains allow you to take your pet with you. In certain cases, there are conditions that will have to be met. More information
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted on board.
