Practical Green Living
Travel light, safeguard the Alps
Trade driving for rail travel, select certified lodges, and observe quiet-zone etiquette.
Updated: March 2027
Transport options
Rail services and local buses for valleys, cable cars for steep ascents, and electric bikes for the final stretch cut noise and emissions.
Discover low-emission travel choices
Places to stay
Select hotels with energy ratings or eco-certifications; carry a refillable bottle instead of disposable plastic.
See eco-certifications
What to pack
Filtered water bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack bag
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino-based layering
Light microspikes for the shoulder season