Hands-on sustainability

Pack light, safeguard the Alps

Trade cars for trains, select certified accommodations, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.

Updated: May 2024

Transport alternatives

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


Discover low-emission travel options

Accommodation

Opt for hotels with energy ratings or sustainability badges; carry a refillable bottle instead of disposable plastic.


See sustainability certifications

Packing list

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

Honor quiet zones