Food scraps
Confidence: depends on your area · Place: Germany · Last checked: September 2026
Why
- Food scraps are organic waste and belong in the Biotonne (organic waste bin).
- You can dispose of them along with other compostable waste.
- In most communities, the Biotonne is collected regularly.
In some communities, there is no Biotonne or special rules apply for certain food scraps, such as bones or citrus fruits.
varies by community