Practical eco practices
Pack light, safeguard the Alps
Trade cars for rail, pick certified lodgings, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.
Updated: May 2024
Transport alternatives
Rail services and regional buses through valleys, cable cars for steep climbs, and electric bikes for the final leg cut noise and pollution.
Discover low-pollution travel choices
Lodging
Select hotels with energy ratings or green badges; carry a refillable bottle rather than disposable plastics.
See eco-certifications
Packing list
Filter-cap water bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack bag
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder season)