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)

Respect quiet zones