Practical eco practices
Pack light, safeguard the Alps
Trade cars for trains, select certified lodgings, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.
Updated: July 2025
Transport alternatives
Railways and regional buses for valleys, cable cars for steep ascents, and e-bikes for the final leg lessen noise and emissions.
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Accommodation
Select hotels with energy labels or sustainability badges; carry a refill bottle instead of single-use plastic.
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Packing list
Filtered water bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack bag
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering pieces
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder season)