Practical sustainability
Pack light, safeguard the Alps
Trade cars for trains, select certified accommodations, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.
Updated: April 2027
Transport alternatives
Rail services and regional buses for valleys, gondolas for steep ascents, and e-bikes for the final leg cut noise and emissions.
Discover low-emission travel choices
Accommodation
Pick lodgings with energy ratings or sustainability seals; carry a refillable bottle rather than disposable plastic.
See sustainability certifications
Packing list
Filter-equipped water bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering
Light microspikes for shoulder seasons