Practical sustainability
Travel light, safeguard the Alps
Trade car travel for trains, pick certified accommodations, and observe quiet-zone rules.
Updated: March 2027
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 choices
Accommodation
Choose hotels with energy labels or sustainability badges; bring a refill bottle instead of single-use plastic.
Check sustainability certifications
Packing list
Filtered water bottle
Reef-friendly sunscreen
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder season)