Practical sustainability
Travel light, safeguard the Alps
Swap cars for trains, pick certified lodgings, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.
Updated: March 2025
Transport alternatives
Trains and regional buses for valleys, gondolas for steep climbs, and e-bikes for the last mile reduce noise and emissions.
Explore low-emission transport options
Accommodation
Choose hotels with energy labels or sustainability badges; bring a refill bottle instead of single-use plastic.
View sustainability certifications
Packing list
Reusable water bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Layering with merino wool
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder season)