Practical Eco Living
Travel light, safeguard the Alps
Swap cars for rail, pick certified accommodations, and observe quiet-area manners.
Updated: March 2026
Transport alternatives
Rail services and regional buses for valleys, cable lifts for steep ascents, and e-bikes for the final stretch cut noise and pollution.
Discover low-emission travel options
Accommodation
Select lodgings with energy ratings or sustainability seals; carry a reusable bottle rather than disposable plastic.
See sustainability certifications
Packing list
Filtered water bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder season)