Practical ethics for travel

Pack light, safeguard the Alps

Prefer trains over cars, opt for certified accommodations, and observe quiet-area manners.

Updated: June 2025

Transport alternatives

Rail travel and regional buses for valleys, cable cars for steep climbs, and electric bikes for the last stretch reduce noise and emissions.


Discover low-emission travel choices

Accommodation

Select hotels with energy ratings or sustainability seals; carry a refillable bottle rather than disposable plastics.


Check sustainability credentials

Packing list

Water-filter bottle
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reusable snack pouch
Rechargeable headlamp
Merino layering
Lightweight microspikes (shoulder season)

Respect quiet zones