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Where does it go? · Möbel

Disposing of: Schrank / Möbel

Where Schrank / Möbel goes in Germany and what to watch out for.

01 Where it goes

  1. 01 · RECOMMENDEDBulky-waste pickupBook it with your city's waste company; often a certain amount per year is free.
  2. 02 Recycling centreDrop it off yourself – opening hours and conditions are on the city page.

03 Good to know

Booking a bulky-waste pickup

Large furniture and items are collected as bulky waste (Sperrmüll) by your city's or district's waste company – almost always after booking. Many cities offer a certain amount per year for free; others charge per pickup or cubic metre.

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.

04 Checklist for the bulky-waste pickup

  • ✓ Book the pickup early – waiting times are often several weeks.
  • ✓ List Schrank / Möbel and everything else you want collected; only registered items are taken.
  • ✓ Put the items out at the kerb no earlier than the evening before, without blocking the pavement.
  • ✓ Electrical items, paint and building rubble usually don't count as bulky waste.
  • ✓ Keep the confirmation until the collection is done.

05 Disposing of Schrank / Möbel in your city

? FAQ: Schrank / Möbel

Q01Where do I take Schrank / Möbel in Germany?

Bulky-waste pickup, Recycling centre

Q02Does disposing of Schrank / Möbel 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.