Practical eco-friendly living
Pack light, safeguard the Alps
Replace cars with trains, select certified lodges, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.
Updated: April 2024
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; 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 layers
Light microspikes for shoulder seasons