Everyday eco practices

Pack light, safeguard the Alps

Swap cars for rail travel, select certified accommodations, and observe quiet-zone manners.

Updated: August 2024

Transport alternatives

Rail and regional buses for valleys, cable cars for steep climbs, and electric bikes for the final leg cut noise and pollution.


Discover low-emission travel choices

Accommodation

Select hotels with energy ratings or eco-certifications; carry a refillable bottle rather than disposable plastic.


View eco-certifications

Packing list

Filtered water bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino-based layering
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder season)

Respect quiet zones