BOFA handles waste
Waste management on Bornholm is handled by BOFA, which operates the island's recycling centres, waste-to-energy plant, landfill, sorting guide, self-service and waste schemes.
Bornholms Regionskommune
Find contact details, local waste rules and recycling centres.
Contact information
About the municipality
Bornholm Regional Municipality covers the island of Bornholm, known for its distinctive nature, coastline and cultural heritage. The island includes sights such as Hammershus, round churches and harbour towns, and is popular with cyclists, artists and food lovers.
Cities and postcodes
See the postal cities and postcodes associated with the municipality.
Aakirkeby3720
Allinge3770
Gudhjem3760
Hasle3790
Klemensker3782
Nexø3730
Østermarie3751
Rønne3700
Practical waste information
Municipal waste rules
In Bornholm Regional Municipality, household waste is sorted into many fractions, including food waste, residual waste, paper, cardboard, glass, plastic, metal, textiles, food and beverage cartons, hazardous waste, batteries and small electronics. BOFA handles waste management and works toward Bornholm’s ambition of becoming waste-free. Residents and visitors can use household containers, MiljØ stations and BOFA’s website or app for sorting and collection information.
Quick facts
- Recycling centres
- Rønne, Nexø, Aakirkeby, Østermarie, Hasle and Olsker
- BOFA handles waste
- BOFA operates Bornholm’s waste schemes and recycling centres.
- Sorting at home
- At home, residents sort food, residual, paper, cardboard, glass, plastic and metal.
- Food waste
- Food waste goes in a tied bag.
Waste services
Sorting at home
Household waste is sorted into fractions including food waste, residual waste, paper, cardboard, glass, plastic, metal, textiles, food and beverage cartons, hazardous waste, batteries and small electronics.
Food waste
Food waste is placed in a bag of your choice with a solid knot before going into the bin. Vegetable food waste may also be composted on your own property if handled properly.
MiljØ stations and holiday homes
Bornholm uses both household bins and MiljØ stations, including in holiday-home areas. BOFA provides sorting guidance and an app so residents and visitors can find the correct solution.
Recycling centres
BOFA operates recycling centres and container sites across Bornholm, including Rønne, Nexø, Aakirkeby, Østermarie, Hasle and Olsker. These sites are used for waste that does not belong in ordinary bins.
Vision 2032
BOFA works with Vision 2032, aiming for Bornholm without waste incineration. The focus is on preventing waste and returning more materials to reuse and recycling.
Construction waste and burning waste
Construction waste must be reported to the municipality at least 14 days before the work if there is more than 1 tonne of waste or hazardous substances. Burning waste, including garden waste, is generally prohibited.
Useful official links
Source: The information is based on Bornholm Regional Municipality's official waste page and BOFA's information about waste schemes. Mit Affald is an independent guide and is not part of the municipality.
Last checked: 2026-05-14