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