Real-world sustainability
Pack light, safeguard the Alps
Replace car travel with trains, pick certified accommodations, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.
Updated: May 2027
Transport alternatives
Railways and regional buses for valleys, cable cars for steep climbs, and e-bikes for the final stretch cut noise and pollution.
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Lodging
Choose hotels with energy ratings or sustainability credentials; carry a reusable bottle instead of disposable plastic.
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Packing essentials
Filtered water bottle
Ocean-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering
Light microspikes (shoulder season)