Practical eco-friendliness
Travel lightly, safeguard the Alps
Opt for trains over cars, select certified accommodations, and observe quiet-area guidelines.
Updated: April 2024
Ways to get around
Rails and regional buses through valleys, cable cars for steep ascents, and e-bikes for the final leg cut noise and pollution.
Discover low-emission travel choices
Lodging
Select hotels with energy ratings or eco-certifications; carry a reusable bottle rather than disposable plastic.
See eco-certifications
What to pack
Filtered water bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack bag
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder season)