Hands-on sustainability

Go light on gear, safeguard the Alps

Trade cars for trains, pick certified accommodations, and observe quiet-zone rules.

Updated: March 2024

Transport alternatives

Rail services and regional buses for valleys, cable cars for steep climbs, and e-bikes for the last mile cut noise and emissions.


Explore low-emission transport options

Accommodation

Select hotels with energy labels or eco-certifications; carry a refillable bottle instead of disposable plastic.


View sustainability certifications

Packing list

Filtered water bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack bag
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering pieces
Light microspikes for shoulder seasons

Respect quiet zones