Practical sustainability
Travel light, safeguard the Alps
Swap cars for trains, pick certified lodges, and observe quiet-zone rules.
Updated: March 2027
Transport alternatives
Rail and regional buses through valleys, cable cars for steep ascents, and e-bikes for the final stretch cut noise and pollution.
Explore low-emission transport options
Accommodation
Select hotels with energy labels or sustainability seals; carry a refillable bottle instead of disposable plastic.
View sustainability certifications
Packing list
Filtered drinking bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering
Light microspikes for the shoulder season