Moving out of Bamberg? How to get rid of furniture and bulky waste

Moving out of your shared flat or apartment in Bamberg? Every household can get rid of bulky waste free twice a year - subtenants included - and what still works can go free to someone nearby. Below is what the City of Bamberg itself writes, with the source next to every rule.

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Bulky waste: free twice a year

Every household can have bulky waste collected free up to twice a year. (City of Bamberg - bulky waste FAQ, 2026-10-09)
Subtenants get the two free dates too - provided you are registered in Bamberg. (City of Bamberg - bulky waste FAQ, 2026-10-09)
A third pickup in a year is not possible, not even for a fee; you can pay a private disposal firm or take the bulky waste to the waste incineration plant yourself, for a fee. (City of Bamberg - bulky waste FAQ, 2026-10-09)
Per pickup, normal household amounts are allowed (at most 4 m³); the city's collection does not clear whole households. (City of Bamberg - bulky waste FAQ, 2026-10-09)

Booking and putting it out

You can book with the online form, by postcard, in person at Bamberg Service (Margaretendamm 40) or by phone on 0951/87-7100. (City of Bamberg - bulky waste FAQ, 2026-10-09)
You can pick a preferred date from up to three suggestions; you are told a two-hour window for the pickup in writing. (City of Bamberg - bulky waste FAQ, 2026-10-09)
Put the bulky waste out only on the pickup day so nobody adds their own; only what was booked is taken. (City of Bamberg - bulky waste FAQ, 2026-10-09)
Larger furniture such as wardrobes should be taken apart where possible; parts should not exceed about 1.50 m wide and 2.00 m high. (City of Bamberg - bulky waste FAQ, 2026-10-09)
Old electrical devices and scrap metal such as a washing machine, fridge, TV, computer or bicycle can go with the bulky-waste collection. (City of Bamberg - bulky waste FAQ, 2026-10-09)

Still good? Then not in the bulky waste

Bamberg has several second-hand stores that accept well-kept furniture, working electrical devices, toys and wearable textiles. (City of Bamberg - bulky waste FAQ, 2026-10-09)
The collection crew does not carry items out for you; ask family or neighbours to help, or hire a private service. (City of Bamberg - bulky waste FAQ, 2026-10-09)

Free in Bamberg right now

Everything being given away free in Bamberg

Timeline

4 weeks before moving out: decide what you take, what you give away and what has to go.
3 weeks before: post what you give away free online, with photos, measurements and a pick-up time.
2 to 3 weeks before: book the bulky-waste pickup with Bamberg Service.
Put it out only on the pickup day - roughly sorted into metal, electrical scrap and other.
After the pickup: leave the pavement clean.

Frequently asked questions

How often can I have bulky waste collected free in Bamberg?

Up to twice a year - subtenants too, if registered in Bamberg. There is no third pickup, not even for a fee.

How much bulky waste may I put out?

Normal household amounts, at most 4 m³ per pickup.

Where can furniture in good condition go?

Several second-hand stores in Bamberg accept well-kept furniture, working electrical devices, toys and wearable textiles.

Every rule above comes from the official source named next to it and was checked on the date shown. Rules can change: if in doubt, check the source.