Practical Eco-Friendly Living
Pack light, safeguard the Alps
Replace cars with trains, pick certified lodgings, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.
Updated: August 2027
Transport alternatives
Rail services and regional buses for valleys, gondolas for steep climbs, and e-bikes for the last mile cut noise and pollution.
Discover low-emission travel options
Accommodation
Choose hotels with energy labels or sustainability badges; carry a refillable bottle instead of single-use plastic.
View eco-certifications
Packing list
Filtered water bottle
Sunscreen safe for reefs
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder season)