Hands-on eco living

Pack light to safeguard the Alps

Prefer trains over cars, opt for certified lodgings, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.

Updated: April 2027

Transport alternatives

Rail and regional buses through valleys, cable cars for steep climbs, and e-bikes for the final stretch cut noise and emissions.


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Accommodation

Choose hotels with energy labels or sustainability badges; bring a refill bottle instead of single-use plastic.


See eco-certifications

Packing list

Filtered water bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack bag
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder season)

Respect quiet zones