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Disposing of: Cardboard & egg boxes
Cardboard and boxes go flattened in the paper bin, large amounts (e.g. after moving) to the recycling centre. Cardboard egg boxes go in paper recycling. Very dirty or greasy pizza boxes go in residual waste.
01 Where it goes
- 01 · RECOMMENDEDPaper binClean and dry into the paper bin.
- 02 Recycling centreDrop it off yourself – opening hours and conditions are on the city page.
02 Tips
- Flatten boxes so the bin doesn't fill up so fast.
- Give away good moving boxes.
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 Cardboard & egg boxes in your city
? FAQ: Cardboard & egg boxes
Q01Where do I take Cardboard & egg boxes in Germany?
Cardboard and boxes go flattened in the paper bin, large amounts (e.g. after moving) to the recycling centre. Cardboard egg boxes go in paper recycling. Very dirty or greasy pizza boxes go in residual waste.
Q02Does disposing of Cardboard & egg boxes 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.