Hands-on sustainability

Pack light, safeguard the Alps

Trade driving for trains, pick certified lodgings, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.

Updated: March 2024

Transport alternatives

Rail services and regional buses through valleys, cable cars for steep ascents, and e-bikes for the final leg cut noise and pollution.


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Accommodation

Opt for hotels with energy ratings or sustainability badges; carry a refillable bottle rather than disposable plastic.


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Packing list

Water-filter bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering
Light microspikes for shoulder seasons

Respect quiet zones