Hands-on sustainability

Pack light, safeguard the Alps

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

Updated: March 2027

Transport alternatives

Rail services and local buses through valleys, cable cars for steep ascents, and electric bikes for the final stretch cut noise and pollution.


Discover low-emission transport options

Accommodation

Opt for lodgings with energy ratings or sustainability badges; carry a reusable bottle instead of disposable plastic.


See sustainability certifications

Packing list

Water-filter bottle
Sunscreen safe for reefs
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder season)

Respect quiet zones