Gelber Sack and Gelbe Tonne: what can go in?
What goes in the yellow sack and yellow bin: packaging made of plastic, metal and composite materials, common mistakes, regional differences, and the dual system explained simply.
Read guide →Bin guides: Germany
Practical help with sorting waste and using local collection services. Follow the instructions for your own council and address.
Making the Most of Your Biotonne: What Can You Put In?
What you can and can't put in the Biotonne: kitchen scraps, garden waste, compostable plastic bags, cooked food — plus tips to keep smells and maggots at bay in summer.
Read guide →Booking bulky waste collection: what is accepted and how does it work?
How to arrange bulky waste collection in Germany: booked or scheduled collections, accepted items, charges and alternatives such as giving things away and charity furniture shops.
Read guide →Sorting residual waste: what belongs in the black bin?
What belongs in Germany’s residual waste bin: hygiene products, ash, porcelain and broken small items, plus common sorting mistakes, waste charges and ways to reduce rubbish.
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