Hands-on sustainability

Pack light, safeguard the Alps

Choose trains over cars, stay at certified lodges, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.

Updated: March 2026

Transport alternatives

Rail and regional buses through valleys, gondolas for steep ascents, and electric bikes for the final leg help cut noise and pollution.


Discover low-emission travel options

Accommodation

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


See eco-certifications

Packing list

Water-filter bottle
Non-reef-harming sunscreen
Reusable snack bag
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino-based layering
Light microspikes (shoulder season)

Respect quiet zones