Practical Eco-Friendliness

Pack light, safeguard the Alps

Trade cars for trains, pick certified lodgings, and observe quiet-zone manners.

Updated: March 2024

Transport alternatives

Rail services and regional buses through 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 instead of disposable plastic.


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Packing list

Filtered water bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino wool layering
Lightweight microspikes for shoulder seasons

Respect quiet zones