Practical sustainability

Travel light, safeguard the Alps

Replace car trips with trains, opt for certified accommodations, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.

Updated: March 2027

Transport alternatives

Rail and regional buses for valleys, cable cars for steep climbs, and electric bikes for the last mile reduce noise and emissions.


Explore low-emission transport options

Accommodation

Select lodgings with energy labels or sustainability badges; carry a refillable bottle instead of disposable plastic.


View sustainability certifications

Packing list

Filtered water bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack bag
Rechargeable headlamp
Layering with merino
Light microspikes (shoulder season)

Respect quiet zones