Hands-on sustainability
Pack light, safeguard the Alps
Trade cars for trains, opt for certified accommodations, and observe quiet-area guidelines.
Updated: April 2025
Transport alternatives
Rail services and regional buses through valleys, gondolas for steep ascents, and e-bikes for the final stretch cut noise and pollution.
Discover low-emission travel options
Accommodation
Select lodging with energy ratings or eco-certifications; carry a reusable bottle instead of disposable plastic.
See eco-certifications
Packing list
Water-filter bottle
Sunscreen safe for reefs
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino-layered clothing
Lightweight microspikes for shoulder season