Can I travel freely within the Schengen zone if there is an Interpol Red Notice against me?

No. A Red Notice circulates across all 27 Schengen member states, and border checks at airports, train stations, and land crossings are linked to the Schengen Information System (SIS II). Even without routine internal border controls, random checks and travel through international hubs create substantial arrest risk. If a diffusion or Red Notice exists, German police can detain you anywhere in the country and initiate extradition proceedings within 24–48 hours. Before travelling, a formal check with the CCF and legal analysis of SIS II alerts is essential to assess exposure.