Hands-on sustainability

Pack light, safeguard the Alps

Swap cars for trains, opt for certified lodgings, and observe quiet-zone rules.

Updated: April 2027

Transport alternatives

Rail and regional buses for valleys, cable cars for steep ascents, and electric bikes for the final mile cut noise and pollution.


Discover low-emission travel options

Accommodation

Select hotels with energy ratings or sustainability badges; carry a reusable bottle instead of single-use plastic.


See sustainability certifications

Packing list

Filtered water bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack bag
Rechargeable headlamp
Layering with merino
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder season)

Honor quiet zones