Practical eco-friendliness
Travel light, safeguard the Alps
Trade cars for trains, pick certified accommodations, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.
Updated: May 2025
Transport options
Rail services and local buses to reach valleys, cable cars for steep ascents, and electric bikes for the final leg cut noise and pollution.
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Lodging
Select hotels with energy ratings or sustainability seals; carry a reusable bottle instead of disposable plastic.
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Packing essentials
Water bottle with filter
Sunscreen safe for reefs
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino-layered clothing
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder season)