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Calendar disposal in Germany

In short: Papiertonne (blue bin). Calendars are almost entirely made of paper.

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Confidence: high · Place: Germany · Last checked: September 2026
Papiertonne (blue bin)

Why

  • Calendars are almost entirely made of paper.
  • Paper belongs in the Papiertonne (blue bin).
  • Remove any metal or plastic elements and dispose of them separately.

The metal spiral may need to go in the Gelbe Tonne (yellow bin) or to the Wertstoffhof (recycling centre) in some areas, otherwise in the general waste.

varies by area

Before you throw it away

  • Remove any metal or plastic parts like the spiral or plastic cover.

What you can make from it

Wall artPaper15 minutes
  • Cut out nice pages from the calendar.
  • Attach them to the wall with Washi tape or frames.
Wrapping paperPaper10 minutes
  • Use calendar pages as wrapping paper for small gifts.
  • Cut them to size and wrap your presents.

Rules depend on your municipality. Ask RecycleAI for your town.

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