Practical sustainability
Travel light, safeguard the Alps
Trade cars for trains, select certified lodges, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.
Updated: October 2025
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.
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Packing list
Filtered-water bottle
Coral-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering pieces
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder season)