Practical eco-friendly living
Pack light, safeguard the Alps
Trade cars for trains, pick certified lodgings, and observe quiet-zone rules.
Updated: March 2027
Transport alternatives
Rail services and local buses for valley routes, cable cars for steep climbs, and electric bikes for the final stretch cut noise and emissions.
Discover low-emission travel options
Accommodation
Select lodgings with energy ratings or sustainability seals; carry a refillable bottle instead of single-use plastics.
See sustainability certifications
Packing list
Water bottle with a filter
Sunscreen free of reef-harming ingredients
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino-knit layering pieces
Lightweight microspikes for shoulder seasons