Hands-on sustainability

Travel light, safeguard the Alps

Trade cars for trains, pick certified lodgings, and observe quiet-zone manners.

Updated: April 2024

Transport options

Rail services and regional buses for valleys, cable cars for steep climbs, and electric bikes for the last mile reduce noise and pollution.


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Accommodation

Opt for hotels with energy efficiency ratings or eco-certifications; carry a refillable bottle rather than disposable plastic.


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Packing list

Water-filtering bottle
Non-toxic sunscreen safe for reefs
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder season)

Respect quiet zones