Practical sustainability

Pack light to safeguard the Alps

Swap cars for trains, choose certified lodges, and follow quiet-zone etiquette.

Updated: March 2026

Transport alternatives

Trains and regional buses for valleys, gondolas for steep climbs, and e-bikes for the last mile reduce noise and emissions.


Discover low-emission travel options

Accommodation

Choose hotels with energy labels or sustainability badges; bring a refill bottle instead of single-use plastic.


Review eco-certifications

Packing list

Filter-equipped water bottle
Sunscreen safe for reefs
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering
Compact microspikes for shoulder season

Honor quiet zones