Where to dispose of your waste in Hemsedal
Hemsedal is all about clean air, open landscapes and a mountain feeling you don’t want to mess up. To keep it that way, it’s important that both locals, cabin owners and visiting guests know where to dispose of their waste. Here’s the simple guide.
Staying in a hotel or apartment?
Most accommodation providers have their own waste rooms or sorting stations. Follow the signs where you stay – and ask at reception if you’re unsure. Please sort your waste before throwing it away. On HallingdalRenovasjon.no can you see a map over recycling points and more info.
Staying in a cabin without private bins?
If your cabin does not have its own waste collection, you should use the local recycling points (returpunkter) for everyday waste, or deliver larger waste at Langeset Recycling Station.
Important: Large bags of unsorted waste, electronics, furniture, building materials or garden waste must not be left at the recycling points. These items go to Langeset.
Recycling points (for cabins and short-term visitors)
Most recycling points offer:
General waste
Paper and cardboard
Glass and metal packaging
Plastic (selected locations)
You’ll find recycling points at:
Ulsåk
Hemsedal town centre
The ski resort area (e.g. Skigaarden / Hemsedal Skisenter)
Tuv
Grøndalen
Signposts will guide you.
Langeset Recycling Station
This is where you bring anything that doesn’t belong in the everyday bins.
Address: Torsetstølvegen 47, Hemsedal
Open: Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays (reduced hours in winter)
You can deliver:
Electrical and electronic waste
Furniture and larger items
Metal, gypsum, wood and building materials
Garden waste
Hazardous waste (paint, oil, chemicals)
Large quantities of cardboard (flattened)
Langeset is for household waste only – not commercial waste.
Quick sorting guide
Everyday waste
General waste: bin at your accommodation or nearest recycling point
Food waste: follow the system at your accommodation
Common waste types
| Waste type | Where to dispose |
|---|---|
| General waste | Recycling point or private bin |
| Paper/cardboard | Recycling point (large volumes: Langeset) |
| Glass and metal | Recycling point |
| Plastic | Recycling point (where available) |
| Electronics | Langeset |
| Batteries/lightbulbs | Langeset or shops accepting returns |
| Furniture, large items | Langeset |
| Hazardous waste | Langeset |
| Garden waste | Langeset |
Five simple mountain-waste rules
Sort your waste before leaving the cabin.
Never leave waste beside full containers.
Flatten cardboard – it makes a huge difference.
Bring your waste back from hikes.
When in doubt, use the sorting guide from Hallingdal Renovasjon:
https://www.hallingdalrenovasjon.no/sortereno/
In short
Recycling points: for everyday waste when you don’t have private bins.
Langeset Recycling Station: for everything big, hazardous or electric.
Hotels/apartments: follow your accommodation’s sorting system.
Contact
Opening hours
Monday - Friday: 09.00-15.00
Waste & Recycling FAQ – Hemsedal
Where do I throw my waste if I’m staying in a cabin without private bins?
Use the nearest recycling point for general waste, paper/cardboard and glass/metal. Larger items must go to Langeset Recycling Station.
What if the container is full?
Do not leave waste beside the containers. Drive to the next recycling point or deliver it to Langeset.
Where do I dispose of electronics like lightbulbs, small appliances or TVs?
All electronic waste must be delivered to Langeset.
Where do I bring furniture, large cardboard volumes or building materials?
These belong at Langeset – never at the recycling points.
Does my hotel or apartment building have its own waste room?
Yes, most accommodation providers do. Follow the signs on site.
How do I dispose of hazardous waste?
Paint, oils, spray cans and other hazardous materials must be delivered to Langeset.
Where can I find opening hours for Langeset?
Updated opening hours are available at hallingdalrenovasjon.no.
Where can I find the full sorting guide?
Visit: https://www.hallingdalrenovasjon.no/sortereno/