Practical sustainability
Travel light, safeguard the Alps
Swap cars for trains, choose certified lodges, and follow quiet-zone etiquette.
Updated: January 2025
Transit options
Trains and regional buses for valleys, gondolas for steep climbs, and e-bikes for the last mile reduce noise and emissions.
Explore low-emission transport options
Sustainable lodging
Choose hotels with energy labels or sustainability badges; carry a refillable bottle instead of disposable plastic.
View sustainability certifications
Packing list
Water-filtering bottle
Ocean-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino-based layering pieces
Light microspikes for shoulder seasons