Practical eco practices
Travel light, safeguard the Alps
Trade cars for trains, select certified lodges, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.
Updated: October 2027
Alternative transport options
Trains and regional buses through valleys, gondolas for steep ascents, and e-bikes for the final mile cut noise and emissions.
Explore low-emission transport options
Places to stay
Select hotels with energy labels or sustainability badges; carry a refillable bottle instead of single-use plastic.
View sustainability certifications
Kit list
Water bottle with filter
Reef-friendly sunscreen
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino-based layering
Light microspikes for the shoulder season