Practical sustainable living
Pack light, safeguard the Alps
Trade cars for trains, pick certified lodgings, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.
Updated: May 2024
Transport alternatives
Rail services and local buses through valleys, cable cars for steep climbs, and e-bikes for the final leg cut noise and pollution.
Discover low-emission travel options
Accommodation
Select hotels with energy ratings or sustainability seals; carry a reusable bottle to avoid single-use plastics.
See sustainability certifications
Packing list
Filter-enabled water bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable head torch
Layering with merino wool
Light microspikes for shoulder seasons