Practical eco-friendly choices

Pack light, safeguard the Alps

Replace cars with trains, select certified lodgings, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.

Updated: August 2024

Transport alternatives

Trains and regional buses for valleys, gondolas for steep climbs, and e-bikes for the last mile reduce noise and emissions.


Explore low-emission transport options

Accommodation

Choose hotels with energy labels or sustainability badges; bring a refill bottle instead of single-use plastic.


See eco-certifications

Packing list

Filtered water bottle
Coral-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering
Lightweight microspikes for shoulder season

Respect quiet zones