Practical Eco Practices
Pack light, protect the Alps
Trade cars for trains, select certified lodgings, and observe quiet-zone manners.
Updated: April 2028
Transport alternatives
Rail services and regional buses through valleys, cable cars for steep ascents, and electric bikes for the final stretch cut noise and pollution.
Explore low-emission transport options
Accommodation
Opt for lodgings with energy certifications or sustainability badges; carry a refillable bottle to avoid disposable plastics.
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Packing list
Purified-water bottle
Ocean-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder season)