- Put rubbish, such as cigarette ends, plastic and packaging, in the bin
- Sort household waste into:
- Organic waste (vegetable, fruit and garden waste)
- PMD (Plastic packaging, Metal packaging and Cartons)
- Paper and cardboard
- Glass
- Textiles
- Electrical appliances
- Reusable items
- General waste
It is important to sort waste properly. This makes it possible to recycle materials. This is better for the environment. In Venlo, a great deal of attention is paid to waste separation.
Waste at home
Put general waste in your bin with a grey lid. Put your organic waste in the bin with the green lid. Put PMD in a clear bag. Put your paper and cardboard out in bundles on the kerbside once a month. At the website https://www.venlo.nl/afvalkalender, you can find out when your waste will be collected from your home. You can collect PMD bags free of charge from a collection point near you.
Waste in an underground container
Do you not have your own bins at your home? In that case, you use the communal underground containers. You may put PMD in these bins together with general waste. You need a pass to open the container. Ask the owner of your flat for this pass. You can also apply for a pass via https://www.venlo.nl/ondergrondse-containers-en-gfte.
No dumping!
Is the underground container on your street not working? Please do not leave bin bags next to the bin. Take your rubbish home with you or take it to another bin in the neighbourhood. Only use bags that fit properly into the bin. This will help you avoid problems and costs. Please note: you may be fined if you leave rubbish next to the bin.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I take bulky waste?
Take your bulky waste to the Venlo’s recycling centre (James Cookweg 8c, Venlo). Don’t have any transport? You arrange to have your waste collected. Go to venlo.nl/milieustation and at venlo.nl/bulky-waste-collection for more information.
Where can I hand in bottles and textiles?
You can take bottles and textiles such as clothes and shoes to a recycling station in your neighbourhood free of charge. These are often located in convenient places, such as near supermarkets or shopping centres. Go to venlo.nl/glass-recycling-bins and venlo.nl/clothing-containers for more information.
Where can I hand in electrical appliances?
You can hand in old and used electrical appliances free of charge at various supermarkets and DIY stores. Visit venlo.nl/elektrische-apparaten for more information.
What can I do with things that are still in good condition?
Do you want to dispose of any items that are still in good condition? If so, you can take them to a charity shop. For example, to the ‘Het Goed’ charity shop in Venlo: hetgoed.nl/vestigingen/venlo. They can often collect items from your home free of charge as well.
More information
Local contact points and organisations
Practical tips
- Sort your rubbish at home into different containers
- Hand in your old electrical appliances when you buy a new one
- Do not put electrical appliances in the general waste
- Take any items that are still in good condition to the charity shop