Practical eco-friendly practices
Pack light, safeguard the Alps
Trade cars for rail travel, opt for certified lodgings, and observe hush-zone etiquette.
Updated: March 2027
Transport alternatives
Trains and regional buses through valleys, gondolas for steep ascents, and e-bikes for the final leg cut noise and pollution.
Explore low-emission transport options
Accommodation
Choose hotels with energy labels or sustainability badges; carry a refillable bottle instead of disposable plastic.
View sustainability certifications
Packing list
Filtered water bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder season)