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Where does it go? · Bau & Garten

Disposing of: Grünschnitt / Gartenabfall

Where Grünschnitt / Gartenabfall goes in Germany and what to watch out for.

01 Where it goes

  1. 01 · RECOMMENDEDOrganic waste binInto the organic bin without plastic bags.
  2. 02 Recycling centreDrop it off yourself – opening hours and conditions are on the city page.

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 Grünschnitt / Gartenabfall in your city

? FAQ: Grünschnitt / Gartenabfall

Q01Where do I take Grünschnitt / Gartenabfall in Germany?

Organic waste bin, Recycling centre

Q02Does disposing of Grünschnitt / Gartenabfall 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.