Practical Green Living

Travel light, safeguard the Alps

Replace cars with trains, select certified lodgings, and observe quiet-zone manners.

Updated: May 2025

Transport options

Rail and regional buses for valleys, cable cars for steep climbs, and electric bikes for the final leg cut noise and pollution.


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Places to stay

Opt for hotels with energy labels or sustainability badges; carry a refillable bottle instead of disposable plastic.


See sustainability certifications

What to pack

Filtered water bottle
Sunscreen safe for reefs
Reusable snack bag
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino-layered clothing
Light microspikes (shoulder season)

Respect quiet zones