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Disposing of: Porcelain, crockery & drinking glasses
Porcelain, ceramics and drinking glasses don't belong in the bottle bank – they melt differently and spoil the recycling. Small amounts go in residual waste, larger amounts to the recycling centre (often with rubble). Give away crockery in good condition.
01 Where it goes
- 01 · RECOMMENDEDGeneral waste binSmall amounts can go in the general waste bin.
- 02 Recycling centreDrop it off yourself – opening hours and conditions are on the city page.
02 Tips
- Wrap shards in newspaper so nobody gets hurt.
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 Porcelain, crockery & drinking glasses in your city
? FAQ: Porcelain, crockery & drinking glasses
Q01Where do I take Porcelain, crockery & drinking glasses in Germany?
Porcelain, ceramics and drinking glasses don't belong in the bottle bank – they melt differently and spoil the recycling. Small amounts go in residual waste, larger amounts to the recycling centre (often with rubble). Give away crockery in good condition.
Q02Does disposing of Porcelain, crockery & drinking glasses 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.