Public Peering

This is an efficient and cost-effective service designed to reduce IP-transit and network costs by aggregating all kinds of ISPs on a single Layer 2 switching platform. DE-CIX’s public peering service will also greatly enhance the speed and reliability of your IP products.

We also provide free value-added services such as the DE-CIX route-server which will get you free access to many networks immediately – without the hassle to negotiate agreements with every potential peering partner. The DE-CIX public peering service is the first choice for wholesale, broadband and content providers seeking a robust selection of Internet networks for connectivity to their customers.  We operate the largest Internet exchange for Central and Eastern Europe right in the heart of Europe - Frankfurt.  This means you can take advantage of more interconnection choices, realize quicker time to market, access more networks and achieve vast peering and transit opportunities!

Our performance is backed by industry-leading SLAs, and our knowledgeable and responsive staff provides unmatched support for your business.
DE-CIX’s public peering service is available at 10 different data centers throughout the city of Frankfurt. This includes the following fine sites: ancotel, Avaya, Equinix, I.T.E.N.O.S., Interxion and TelecityGroup. Check the availability matrix for further information.

Customers access the platform via ports ordered at the speed best suited to meet their needs (1Gbps to 10Gbps).  If you would like to join, you need to have your own Autonomous System Number (ASN)  and your connection has to comply with the DE-CIX technical requirements.

Download our latetst information brochure.

All DE-CIX connections require a private interconnect (aka Cross Connect or inhouse cabling). See our private interconnect page for more information.