In Bavaria, the districts and independent cities are generally responsible for waste disposal. You can obtain information on the disposal of various types of waste, such as those generated in households and businesses, from your district office or your independent city.
As part of the enforcement of state waste legislation, advice is given on the handling of hazardous waste, the disposal of which is required in accordance with the principles of general welfare.
Among other things, questions concerning the material or thermal utilization of waste are answered, especially in the case of disposal of recyclable waste of mineral or vegetable origin. This also includes advice and confirmation of waste recycling measures in the context of the use of secondary construction materials.
In the "Waste Advisor Bavaria" (see "Related Topics") you will find
- Contact persons for your district or city,
- Information on the separation of recyclable materials and disposal of residual materials,
- Opening hours of recyclables collection points,
- facts and figures on municipal waste management and
learn more about waste avoidance and reuse.
Businesses receive information on environmental protection and waste treatment, on suitable recycling companies or disposal firms, and on subsidy programs. Information on waste management and waste advice can also be found under "Related links".
If you select a location under "Localization" the contact details of the responsible authority and, if applicable, locally valid information will be displayed.