Hands-on sustainability

Pack light, safeguard the Alps

Swap cars for rail travel, opt for certified accommodations, and observe quiet-zone guidelines.

Updated: October 2025

Transport alternatives

Railways and regional buses between valleys, gondolas for steep sections, and e-bikes for the final leg cut noise and pollution.


Discover low-emission travel choices

Accommodation

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


See eco-certifications

Packing list

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

Honor quiet zones