Practical sustainability
Pack light, safeguard the Alps
Replace car travel with trains, opt for certified accommodations, and observe quiet-zone rules.
Updated: April 2027
Transport alternatives
Rail services and regional buses through the valleys, cable cars for steep climbs, and e-bikes for the final leg cut noise and pollution.
Explore low-emission transport options
Accommodation
Select hotels with energy certifications or sustainability badges; carry a refillable bottle rather than disposable plastic.
View sustainability certifications
Packing list
Filtered water bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack bag
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering
Light microspikes (shoulder season)