Practical sustainability

Travel light, safeguard the Alps

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

Updated: April 2024

Transport alternatives

Railways and regional buses for valleys, gondolas for steep climbs, and e-bikes for the final leg reduce noise and emissions.


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Accommodation

Opt for hotels with energy ratings or eco-certifications; carry a refillable bottle instead of disposable plastic.


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Packing list

Filtered water bottle
Sunscreen safe for reefs
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering pieces
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder season)

Respect quiet zones