Practical Green Living
Travel light, safeguard the Alps
Trade car travel for trains, pick certified accommodations, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.
Updated: March 2027
Transport alternatives
Railways and regional buses through valleys, gondolas for steep climbs, and e-bikes for the last mile reduce noise and emissions.
Explore low-emission transport options
Accommodation
Select hotels with energy ratings or sustainability badges; carry a refillable bottle to avoid single-use plastic.
View sustainability certifications
Packing list
Filtered water bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering
Light microspikes (shoulder season)