Hands-on sustainability
Pack lightly and safeguard the Alps
Trade cars for rail travel, pick certified accommodations, and observe quiet-area rules.
Updated: March 2027
Transport alternatives
Rail and regional buses for valleys, cable cars for steep ascents, and electric bikes for the final leg cut noise and pollution.
Discover low-carbon travel choices
Accommodation
Select hotels with energy ratings or eco-certifications; carry a reusable bottle instead of disposable plastic.
See eco-certifications
Packing list
Filtered water bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering pieces
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder season)