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Where to put the old Christmas tree? All information about pickup in East Hesse!
Find out when and where Christmas trees are collected in East Hesse. Safety tips and local pick-up dates at a glance.
Where to put the old Christmas tree? All information about pickup in East Hesse!
The festive season is coming to an end and the question of what to do with the old Christmas tree is becoming more and more pressing. When the lights go out and the decorations are taken down, many realize that a dry Christmas tree is not only in the living room, but also a potential fire hazard. This should not be underestimated - the fire brigade often has to be called out, especially in the weeks after the holidays, to put out fires caused by improper handling of Christmas trees. According to a report by Swiss magazine There are around 50 percent more house fires in December than in other months, often caused by Christmas trees.
Many fire departments are active in the region to ensure that the trees are disposed of properly. The Alsfeld-Mitte youth fire department, for example, is organizing a collection on January 10, 2026 from 9 a.m., for which registration is required. Tokens are available at the fire station for a small donation Osthessen-News reports.
Regional pickup campaigns
The disposal of Christmas trees is handled differently in different cities and communities. In Lauterbach, for example, the collections will take place in several districts on January 10, 2026: The collection times vary by location, with Wallenrod at 8:30 a.m. and Maar at 9:00 a.m. When picking up, it is important that artificial trees or trees that are not completely decorated are not taken away.
In Bad Hersfeld, the local waste management associations take care of the disposal: the trees simply have to be prepared in the usual organic waste bins, and the collection dates are between January 6th and 16th, 2026. Schotten and Romrod have also planned a collection on January 10th, while in Bebra the trees will be burned from 5 p.m. - a true tradition.
- Zusammenfassung der Abholtermine:
- Alsfeld: 10. Januar 2026, 9 Uhr
- Lauterbach: 10. Januar 2026, diverse Zeiten
- Bad Hersfeld: 6. – 16. Januar 2026
- Schotten: 10. Januar 2026
- Romrod: 10. Januar 2026
- Bebra: 10. Januar 2026, Verbrennen ab 17 Uhr
- Bad Soden-Salmünster: 10. Januar 2026
- Schenklengsfeld: 17. Januar 2026, Verbrennen ab 17 Uhr
- Bad Orb: 10. Januar 2026, bis 7:30 Uhr bereitstellen
Important safety information
Safety precautions when handling Christmas trees should not be neglected. A dry tree can become a real fire hazard in warm living spaces, and it is worth following the recommended safety rules. Whether decorating or final disposal – the right approach can save lives and prevent damage. After the celebration, it is advisable to dispose of the fir tree quickly to minimize the risk, because preventive measures are key.
For more information about Christmas tree pickup, including details about special events such as bonfires and tree burnings, the Gleichen website can be accessed: same.digital.