Abstract: Provided is a connection element comprising a tubular first part with a first ring-shaped connection face for connection with a highly heat resistant steel pipe and a tubular second part with a second ring-shaped connection face for connection with a first ferritic steel pipe; wherein the first part is of a corrosion resistant steel material and wherein the second part is of a ferritic steel material; wherein the first and second parts are in one-piece and formed such that a passage between the first and second ring-shaped connection faces is formed; and wherein the first and second parts are produced by an additive manufacturing process. Further provided are a pipe arrangement and a heat exchanger.