Hands-on sustainability
Pack light and safeguard the Alps
Trade car trips for rail journeys, opt for certified stays, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.
Updated: April 2024
Transport alternatives
Rail services and regional buses for valleys, cable cars for steep ascents, and e-bikes for the final leg cut noise and pollution.
Discover low-emission travel options
Accommodation
Select hotels with energy ratings or sustainability seals; carry a refillable bottle rather than disposable plastic.
Inspect eco-certifications
Packing list
Filter water bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack bag
Rechargeable headlamp
Layering with merino
Light microspikes (shoulder season)