Practical Eco-Friendliness
Travel light, safeguard the Alps
Trade cars for rail, pick certified accommodations, and observe quiet-zone guidelines.
Updated: June 2025
Transport alternatives
Rail and regional buses through valleys, cable cars for steep climbs, and electric bikes for the final stretch reduce noise and emissions.
Discover options for low-emission travel
Accommodation
Choose hotels with energy labels or sustainability badges; carry a refillable bottle instead of disposable plastic.
See sustainability certifications
Packing list
Filtered water bottle
Sunscreen safe for reefs
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder season)