Practical Eco-Friendliness
Travel light, safeguard the Alps
Swap cars for rail travel, pick certified lodgings, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.
Updated: March 2027
Transport options
Rail and regional buses for valleys, cable cars for steep ascents, and e-bikes for the final stretch cut noise and pollution.
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Accommodation
Pick hotels with energy ratings or sustainability certificates; carry a refillable bottle instead of disposable plastic.
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Packing list
Filtering water bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack bag
Rechargeable headlamp
Layering with merino
Light microspikes (shoulder season)