Practical eco practices
Pack light, safeguard the Alps
Trade cars for trains, select certified lodgings, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.
Updated: April 2027
Transport alternatives
Rail services and regional buses for valleys, gondola lifts for steep ascents, and electric bikes for the last mile cut noise and emissions.
Explore low-emission transport options
Accommodation
Pick hotels with energy-efficiency labels or sustainability badges; carry a refillable bottle instead of disposable plastic.
See eco-certifications
Packing list
Filtered water bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder season)