Hands-on Sustainability
Pack light, safeguard the Alps
Trade car travel for trains, pick certified accommodations, and observe quiet-zone manners.
Updated: March 2027
Transport alternatives
Rail services and regional buses for valleys, cable cars for steep climbs, and electric bicycles for the final leg curb noise and emissions.
Explore low-emission transport options
Accommodation
Select hotels bearing energy ratings or sustainability credentials; carry a refillable bottle instead of disposable plastic.
View sustainability certifications
Packing list
Filtered water bottle
Sunscreen safe for reefs
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layer clothing
Light microspikes for shoulder season