Hands-on sustainability
Pack light, safeguard the Alps
Swap driving for rail travel, pick accredited lodgings, and observe quiet-zone rules.
Updated: August 2024
Transport alternatives
Railways and regional buses for valleys, cable cars for steep climbs, and electric bicycles for the final leg reduce noise and pollution.
Discover low-emission travel choices
Accommodation
Select hotels with energy certifications or sustainability badges; carry a reusable bottle to replace disposable plastics.
See certifications
Packing list
Filtered water bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder season)