Practical Eco Tips

Go light on luggage, safeguard the Alps

Trade car travel for trains, pick certified accommodations, and observe silent-zone guidelines.

Updated: April 2025

Alternative transport options

Railways and regional buses through valleys, cable cars for steep ascents, and electric bikes for the final leg cut noise and pollution.


Discover low-emission travel options

Lodging

Select hotels displaying energy ratings or sustainability seals; carry a reusable bottle rather than disposable plastic.


See eco-certifications

Packing list

Water-filter bottle
Coral-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack bag
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino-layering pieces
Light microspikes for shoulder season

Honor quiet zones