Bins in Girona

In some areas of Girona, smart bins are used to manage waste.

Waste sorting

• Organic waste goes in the brown bin and must be placed in a compostable bag.
• A grey multi-material bin is used for different waste types depending on the day (e.g. paper/cardboard, packaging, glass, or general waste )
• Some areas also provide a small bin for sanitary waste (e.g. pads, diapers, masks)
• Used cooking oil must be taken to a recycling center. Mobile recycling units are available by neighborhood: Mobile unit calendar
• Small garden waste (e.g. leaves or flowers) can go in the brown organic bin.
• Large garden waste (e.g. branches or trunks) must go to the recycling center.
• Bring oversized waste to the recycling center.

To check where specific items go, use the Catalan Government’s tool: residuonvas.cat More info: residus.gencat.cat

Cards

Bin card

A card is needed to open the bins. Tap your card on the bin and you should hear a click, indicating the bin has unlocked.

If your bin doesn’t open:

• Test your card on another bin to find out if you card or the bin isn't working.
• If the card fails, visit the OSGRE office with your ID or waste tax document to get a replacement.
• If the bin is faulty, report it to OSGRE.

Lost cards can also be replaced at OSGRE:

• Email: osgre@ajgirona.cat
• Phone: 972 485 591

When moving homes, return your current card. It is linked to the address, not the individual. Request a new card for your new residence at OSGRE.

Your card gives you access to:

• All smart bins in Girona (regardless of neighborhood)
• Temporary waste areas
• Emergency disposal points
• Recycling centers

More info: City waste portal

Usage rules and schedules

Smart bins are accessible between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM daily.

All bins follow a common collection calendar, shown below and also available here: Collection calendar PDF

Smart bin calendar

If you're away or need to dispose of waste outside of hours, use:

• Emergency waste areas
• Recycling centers

Bin limitations and alternatives

If a bin is full:

• try flattening items like boxes or packaging
• use the next nearest bin