Where does it go? · Bau & Garten
Disposing of: Window glass & mirrors
Window glass, mirrors and glass panes don't belong in the bottle bank – that is for packaging glass only. Wrap small shards well and put them in residual waste, larger panes go to the recycling centre (flat glass). Whole windows with frames are accepted as construction waste.
01 Where it goes
- 01 · RECOMMENDEDRecycling centreDrop it off yourself – opening hours and conditions are on the city page.
- 02 General waste binSmall amounts can go in the general waste bin.
02 Tips
- Wrap shards in newspaper or cardboard.
03 Good to know
Recycling centre
At the recycling centre (Wertstoffhof) you drop off bulky waste, electronics, garden waste, wood, metal and more yourself. What's accepted and what it costs is set by the city's waste rules.
Give things a second life
Furniture and appliances that still work are welcome at social department stores, swap groups or classified ads – it saves fees and resources.
05 Disposing of Window glass & mirrors in your city
? FAQ: Window glass & mirrors
Q01Where do I take Window glass & mirrors in Germany?
Window glass, mirrors and glass panes don't belong in the bottle bank – that is for packaging glass only. Wrap small shards well and put them in residual waste, larger panes go to the recycling centre (flat glass). Whole windows with frames are accepted as construction waste.
Q02Does disposing of Window glass & mirrors cost anything?
It depends on your city: many offer free bulky-waste pickups or free drop-off at the recycling centre up to a certain amount. Check your city page for the exact fees.