Practical approaches to sustainable living

Travel light, safeguard the Alps

Trade cars for trains, opt for certified accommodations, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.

Updated: April 2027

Transport alternatives

Rail and regional buses for the valleys, cable cars for steep ascents, and e-bikes for the final stretch cut noise and pollution.


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Accommodation

Select hotels with energy ratings or sustainability seals; carry a refillable bottle instead of disposable plastic.


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Packing list

Water bottle with a filter
Sunscreen that is reef-safe
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering pieces
Lightweight microspikes for the shoulder seasons

Respect quiet zones