Practical sustainability
Travel light, safeguard the Alps
Prefer trains over cars, select certified lodgings, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.
Updated: May 2027
Transport alternatives
Rail and regional buses through valleys, gondolas for steep ascents, and e-bikes for the final stretch cut noise and pollution.
Discover low-emission travel choices
Accommodation
Select hotels with energy ratings or sustainability badges; carry a refillable bottle instead of disposable plastic.
See sustainability certifications
Packing list
Filtered water bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering pieces
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder season)