Hands-on sustainability
Pack light, safeguard the Alps
Trade cars for trains, select certified lodges, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.
Updated: October 2025
Transport alternatives
Rail and regional buses through valleys, cable cars for steep climbs, and electric bikes for the final leg cut noise and pollutants.
Discover low-emission travel choices
Accommodation
Opt for hotels with energy ratings or green credentials; carry a reusable bottle rather than single-use plastics.
See eco-certifications
Gear checklist
Filtered water bottle
Reef-safe sunblock
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering garments
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder seasons)