Practical Eco Practices
Pack light, safeguard the Alps
Replace cars with trains, opt for certified lodgings, and observe quiet-zone protocols.
Updated: June 2027
Ways to get around
Rail services and regional buses for valleys, cable cars for steep climbs, and electric bikes for the final stretch cut noise and emissions.
Discover low-emission transport choices
Lodging
Select hotels with energy ratings or eco-certifications; carry a refillable bottle rather than disposable plastic.
See sustainability certificates
Packing checklist
Filtered water bottle
Ocean-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder season)