Practical Eco-Friendliness

Travel light, safeguard the Alps

Replace cars with trains, pick certified accommodations, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.

Updated: March 2025

Transport alternatives

Railways and regional buses through valleys, cable cars for steep ascents, and electric bikes for the final stretch cut noise and emissions.


Discover low-impact travel options

Accommodation

Select hotels with energy ratings or eco-certifications; carry a refillable bottle rather than disposable plastic.


See eco-certifications

Gear Essentials

Filtered-water bottle
Sunscreen that's reef-safe
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder season)

Mind the quiet zones