Practical Green Living
Pack light, preserve the Alps
Trade cars for trains, pick certified accommodations, and respect quiet zones etiquette.
Updated: March 2025
Transport alternatives
Rail and regional buses through valleys, cable cars for steep ascents, and electric bikes for the final stretch cut noise and pollution.
Explore low-emission transport options
Accommodation
Select hotels with energy ratings or sustainability badges; carry a reusable bottle instead of single-use plastics.
View sustainability certifications
Packing list
Filtration water bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack bag
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino-based layering
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder season)