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)