Practical eco-friendly living
Travel light, preserve the Alps
Trade cars for trains, pick certified accommodations, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.
Updated: October 2023
Transport options
Rail services and regional buses for valleys, cable cars for steep sections, and electric bikes for the final leg cut noise and pollution.
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Accommodation
Select hotels with energy ratings or sustainability seals; carry a refillable bottle rather than disposable plastic.
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Packing list
Water-filter bottle
Coral-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino-based layering
Light microspikes (shoulder seasons)