Pragmatic sustainability
Pack light, safeguard the Alps
Switch to trains from cars, opt for certified accommodations, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.
Updated: May 2027
Ways to move around
Rail and regional buses for valleys, cable cars for steep climbs, and electric bikes for the final stretch cut noise and emissions.
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Accommodation
Select hotels with energy ratings or eco-badges; carry a reusable water bottle instead of disposable plastic.
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Packing list
Water-filter bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder season)