Hands-on sustainability
Pack light, safeguard the Alps
Trade cars for trains, select certified lodgings, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.
Updated: April 2027
Ways to get around
Rail services and regional buses for valleys, cable cars for steep ascents, and e-bikes for the final stretch lessen noise and emissions.
Explore low-emission transport options
Lodging options
Choose hotels with energy ratings or eco-certifications; carry a refillable bottle instead of disposable plastic.
View sustainability certifications
Packing list
Water bottle with filter
Sunscreen safe for reefs
Reusable snack bag
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino-based layering
Light traction devices (shoulder season)