Practical eco practices
Pack light, safeguard the Alps
Trade your car for rail travel, select certified accommodations, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.
Updated: April 2025
Transport alternatives
Railways and regional buses through valleys, cable cars for steep climbs, and electric bikes for the final leg cut noise and emissions.
Explore low-emission transport options
Accommodation
Pick lodgings with energy efficiency ratings or green badges; carry a reusable bottle to cut plastic waste.
View sustainability certifications
Packing list
Filtered water bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack bag
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder season)