Practical eco-friendly living

Pack light, safeguard the Alps

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

Updated: March 2027

Transport alternatives

Rail services and regional buses for valleys, cable cars for steep climbs, and electric bikes for the final leg cut noise and pollution.


Explore low-emission transport options

Accommodation

Select hotels with energy ratings or sustainability seals; carry a refillable bottle instead of single-use plastics.


View sustainability certifications

Packing list

Filtered water bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack bag
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering pieces
Light microspikes (shoulder season)

Respect quiet zones