Down-to-earth sustainability
Travel light, safeguard the Alps
Trade cars for trains, opt for certified lodgings, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.
Updated: March 2027
Transport alternatives
Trains and regional buses for valleys, gondolas for steep climbs, and e-bikes for the last mile reduce noise and emissions.
Explore low-emission transport options
Accommodation
Choose hotels with energy labels or sustainability badges; bring a refill bottle instead of single-use plastic.
View sustainability certifications
Packing list
Filtered water bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack bag
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder season)