Practical environmentalism
Pack light, safeguard the Alps
Prefer trains over cars, stay at certified lodgings, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.
Updated: April 2025
Transport alternatives
Railways and regional buses for valleys, gondolas for steep climbs, and e-bikes for the last mile cut noise and pollution.
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Accommodation
Choose hotels with energy labels or sustainability badges; carry a refill bottle to avoid single-use plastic.
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Packing list
Refillable water bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack bag
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder season)