Practical Eco Choices
Travel lightly, safeguard the Alps
Trade driving for rail travel, pick certified accommodations, and observe quiet-zone guidelines.
Updated: April 2025
Transport alternatives
Rail services and regional buses through valleys, gondolas for steep ascents, and e-bikes for the final stretch cut noise and pollution.
Discover low-emission travel options
Accommodation
Opt for hotels with energy ratings or eco-certifications; carry a reusable bottle rather than disposable plastic.
See eco-certifications
Packing list
Filtered water bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering pieces
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder season)