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

Moving out in Krefeld? GSAK collects bulky waste free when you book a date - and what still works can go free to someone nearby. Below is what GSAK itself writes, with the source next to every rule.

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Give it away free

What still works can make someone else happy. On yeybu you can see what is being given away free in Krefeld, and post something yourself for free.

Bulky waste: collected free

• Anyone using a grey or red household-waste bin can have household waste that is too bulky for the bins collected separately. (GSAK - bulky waste, 2026-10-09)
• Bulky-waste collection is free for everyone using a red or grey household-waste bin; for 40.00 € you can arrange an express date within seven working days. (GSAK - bulky waste, 2026-10-09)
• You book the date online; it is only booked once GSAK's confirmation email arrives. For very large amounts, call 02151 582 500. (GSAK - bulky waste, 2026-10-09)
• Put the items out by 7 a.m. on the pickup day, separated into bulky waste, scrap metal and large electrical appliances - different vehicles collect them. (GSAK - bulky waste, 2026-10-09)
• Not bulky waste are, for example, building rubble, windows and doors, bags of household waste, car tyres and batteries, paints and varnishes, and parts from renovations. (GSAK - bulky waste, 2026-10-09)

The recycling yard in Linn

• The recycling yard is at Bruchfeld 33 in Krefeld-Linn; the entrance is via Idastraße. (GSAK - recycling yard, 2026-10-09)
• Opening hours since 1 January 2026: Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (GSAK - recycling yard, 2026-10-09)
• It is closed on public holidays and on Rose Monday, Holy Saturday, Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve. (GSAK - recycling yard, 2026-10-09)
• You can hand in free of charge, among others, old clothes and shoes, metal and iron parts, and old electrical devices. (GSAK - recycling yard, 2026-10-09)
• Bulky waste, household waste and untreated wood cost a fee at the yard; staff tell you the amount at the entrance, depending on the quantity. (GSAK - recycling yard, 2026-10-09)

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Everything being given away free in Krefeld

Timeline

1. 4 weeks before moving out: decide what you take, what you give away and what has to go.
2. 3 weeks before: post what you give away free online, with photos, measurements and a pick-up time.
3. 2 to 3 weeks before: book the bulky-waste pickup with GSAK (online).
4. By 7 a.m. on the pickup day: put out bulky waste, scrap metal and large appliances separately.
5. After the pickup: leave the pavement clean.

Frequently asked questions

What does a bulky-waste pickup cost in Krefeld?

Nothing for everyone using a red or grey household-waste bin. An express date within seven working days costs 40.00 €.

When must the bulky waste be outside?

By 7 a.m. on the pickup day, separated into bulky waste, scrap metal and large electrical appliances.

When is the recycling yard open?

Since 1 January 2026, Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; closed on public holidays.

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.