Open map of dumping stations

Tips for emptying portable toilets

Waste from portable toilets contains bacterias and chemicals that can have harmful effects on health and the environment.

• Only dispose of lavatory waste at designated dump stations.
• Never use a fresh water hose to rinse drains or portable toilets.
• Use gloves or hand sanitisers to prevent bacterial infections.
• Portable toilets are only for pee, poo and paper. Only use toilet paper that is suitable for portable toilets.
• Use ecological and biodegradable cleaning products. Avoid using chlorine or cleaning products that have formaldehyde or phosphate. 
• If possible, empty kitchen and shower water in other designated dump stations than for lavatory waste.

Dumping stations in Reykjavík area

• Sewage treatment plant at Klettagarðar 14, 104 Reykjavík  (open map)
• Sewage treatment plant at Hraunavík, 221 Hafnjarfjörður (open map)