Practical Eco Practices
Travel light, safeguard the Alps
Swap cars for trains, opt for certified accommodations, and observe quiet-zone manners.
Updated: March 2025
Transport alternatives
Rail and regional buses through valleys, cable cars for steep ascents, and electric bikes for the final leg cut noise and pollution.
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Accommodation
Choose lodgings with energy-efficiency labels or sustainability seals; carry a reusable bottle instead of disposable plastic.
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Gear list
Refillable water bottle
Coral-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder season)