Practical Eco Choices
Pack light, safeguard the Alps
Trade cars for trains, pick certified lodgings, and observe quiet-zone norms.
Updated: April 2027
Transport alternatives
Rail and regional buses for valleys, cable cars for steep climbs, and e-bikes for the final leg cut noise and emissions.
Discover low-emission travel options
Accommodation
Select hotels with energy ratings or sustainability badges; carry a refillable bottle instead of disposable plastic.
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Packing list
Filtered water bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Layering with merino wool
Compact microspikes (shoulder season)