Hands-on sustainability

Pack light, safeguard the Alps

Leave cars behind for trains, opt for certified lodgings, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.

Updated: November 2025

Transport alternatives

Rail and regional bus services for valleys, cable cars for steep climbs, and e-bikes for the final leg cut noise and pollution.


Explore low-emission transport options

Accommodation

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


View sustainability certifications

Packing list

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

Respect quiet zones