Practical sustainability
Pack light, safeguard the Alps
Switch to trains over cars, select certified lodgings, and observe quiet-area rules.
Updated: April 2025
Transport alternatives
Rail and regional buses for valleys, cable cars for steep climbs, and e-bikes for the final stretch 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-friendly sunscreen
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino wool layering
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder season)