Practical eco solutions
Pack light, safeguard the Alps
Trade cars for trains, pick certified lodgings, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.
Updated: May 2024
Transport alternatives
Rail services and regional buses through valleys, cable cars for steep ascents, and electric bikes for the final stretch cut noise and pollution.
Explore low-emission transport options
Accommodation
Select lodgings with energy ratings or eco-certifications; carry a refillable bottle rather than disposable plastic.
See eco certifications
Packing list
Water-filtering bottle
Reef-safe sun protection
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering
Light microspikes for the shoulder season