Practical, down-to-earth sustainability
Pack light, safeguard the Alps
Trade car travel for trains, select certified accommodations, and observe quiet-zone manners.
Updated: April 2026
Transport alternatives
Rail and regional buses through valleys, cable cars for steep ascents, and electric bikes for the final stretch reduce noise and pollution.
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Accommodation
Choose hotels with energy ratings or sustainability badges; carry a refillable bottle instead of disposable plastic.
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Packing list
Filtered water bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering
Light microspikes (shoulder seasons)