News
Library closed on 03.10.2026
The library including all reading rooms will be closed on Saturday, 03.10.2026 (German Unity Day).
Elevator renovation
Due to renovation work, elevator no. 26 in the Central LIbrary is expected to be out of service until 09.10.2026.
Do you need assistance? Please call our Information desk 0941 943-3989
Summer opening hours in the reading rooms
Please note: As in recent years, there will be shortened summer opening hours in the reading rooms from 01.08. - 02.10.2026.
They will be announced under Opening hours (external link, opens in a new window) when they come into effect.
New version of the Library's User Regulations in effect
Please note that a new version of the Library's User Regulations (opens in a new window). (This PDF is not accessible) (in German only) is in effect.
In particular, the rules regarding beverages in the reading rooms have been changed.
Effective immediately, only water in leak-proof, sealable containers is permitted in the reading rooms.
