Everyday Eco Practices

Pack lightly, safeguard the Alps

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

Updated: April 2024

Transport alternatives

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


Discover low-emission travel options

Lodging

Opt for hotels with energy ratings or eco-certifications; carry a refill bottle rather than disposable plastics.


See eco-certifications

Packing list

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

Honor quiet areas