Practical Eco Practices
Pack light, safeguard the Alps
Trade cars for trains, pick certified lodgings, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.
Updated: March 2025
Getting around options
Trains and regional buses for valleys, gondolas for steep climbs, and e-bikes for the last mile reduce noise and emissions.
Discover low-emission travel choices
Lodging
Choose hotels with energy labels or sustainability badges; carry a refill bottle instead of single-use plastic.
See the sustainability certifications
What to pack
Water-filter bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack bag
Rechargeable headlamp
Layering with merino
Light microspikes (shoulder season)