Practical Eco Choices

Pack light, safeguard the Alps

Trade car travel for trains, opt for certified lodgings, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.

Updated: April 2028

Transport alternatives

Trains and regional buses through valleys, cable cars for steep climbs, and e-bikes for the final stretch cut noise and emissions.


Discover low-emission travel options

Accommodation

Select hotels with energy ratings or sustainability badges; carry a refill bottle instead of disposable plastics.


See sustainability certifications

Packing list

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

Respect quiet zones