Get to know the new recycling points in Koksijde! These convenient locations help you better sort your waste into underground containers for PMD, paper & cardboard, glass, and household residual waste.
What are recycling points?
Recycling points are special places where you can sort and deposit small amounts of waste. You no longer need to use regulatory garbage bags. Collect your residual waste in a bag (up to 30 liters), pay contactless with your bank card at the payment terminal, and deposit the bag in the container.
Advantages of recycling points
- Flexibility: 7 days a week, from 8 AM to 10 PM.
- Cost savings: Cheaper than regulatory garbage bags, only €0.50 per disposal for residual waste.
- Convenience: No more collection days, you can bring your waste whenever it suits you.
- Free disposal: PMD, paper & cardboard, and glass can be deposited for free.
- Environmentally friendly: No more litter or ripped open bags.
Locations
The recycling points are strategically placed in the tourist areas of Koksijde and are completely underground to prevent odor and noise nuisance. Check the map of the recycling points for a complete overview of the available containers.
Step-by-step plan: Using the recycling point
- Visit: Bring your waste to the recycling point between 8 AM and 10 PM.
- Parking: Turn off your car's engine during your visit.
- Sorting: Use the appropriate container for your waste:
- Residual waste:
- Collect in a bag (up to 30 liters).
- Go to the payment terminal and follow the steps on the screen.
- Pay with your bank card or via your banking app.
- After payment, the waste chute of the residual waste container will open, and you can dispose of your waste bag.
- Close the chute.
- PMD: Deposit your plastic packaging, metal, and drink cartons loose in the PMD container. No blue bag needed.
- Paper & Cardboard: Slide your paper and cardboard free of charge through the slot.
- Glass: Deposit your white and colored glass piece by piece in the correct container.
- Residual waste:
- Check: Make a final check to ensure you haven't forgotten anything when you leave.
Enjoy a cleaner and greener environment thanks to these new recycling points!