Sorting waste shouldn't feel like a pop quiz in German class. Our fun guides make Vienna's recycling system easy for everyone!
Vienna's waste management system is complex, but together we can make it work better for everyone.
Different materials go in different bins, and some items need special handling. It can be confusing!
Instructions are often in German, making it harder for non-German speakers to sort correctly.
Finding the right bins for different types of waste can be a challenge in Vienna's neighborhoods.
We turn confusing recycling rules into simple, visual guides that anyone can follow - no German degree required!
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Get answers to the most common recycling questions in Vienna.
The yellow bin (Gelbe Tonne) is for plastic packaging, metal containers, and composite materials. This includes plastic bottles, food containers, and aluminum cans.
Glass should be sorted by color: clear, green, and brown. Remove caps and lids, and make sure bottles are empty and clean.
If the pizza box is clean and grease-free, it goes in the paper bin. If it's greasy or has food residue, it should go in the residual waste bin.
Bio waste should be free of plastic, meat, fish, and dairy products. Use paper bags or compostable bags for collection.
Batteries should never go in regular bins. Return them to collection points in supermarkets or special collection centers.
Electronic waste can be returned to electronics stores or special collection points. Never put them in regular bins.
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