Practical sustainability
Pack light, safeguard the Alps
Trade car travel for trains, pick certified lodgings, and observe quiet-zone manners.
Updated: January 2025
Transport alternatives
Rail services and local buses through valleys, cable cars for steep sections, and electric bikes for the final leg cut noise and pollution.
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Accommodation
Select lodgings with energy ratings or eco-certifications; carry a refillable bottle rather than disposable plastic.
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Packing list
Filtered water bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack bag
Rechargeable headlamp
Layering with merino
Light microspikes (shoulder season)