Welcome to the Central Library
today Closed
There are currently people in the library.
Information from the Central Library
Opening hours
| Monday | 10:00 - 19:00 | |
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 19:00 | |
| Wednesday | 13:00 - 19:00 | |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 19:00 | |
| Friday | 10:00 - 19:00 | |
| Saturday | 10:00 - 17:00 | |
| 01.05.2026 | closed | |
| 14.05.2026 - 16.05.2026 | closed | |
| 25.05.2026 | closed |
return
There are return boxes in front of the library entrance. You can return items here when the library is closed. Please note the opening hours of the "Forum am Wall." These are generally: Mon to Fri: 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Sat: 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Item returns are not possible on Sundays and public holidays.
On-site service
- Barrier-free access
- Free Wi-Fi
- Copy & Print
- PC workstations
- Changing table
- coffee machine
contact
News from the Central Library
All libraries will be closed from May 14th to 16th
Due to maintenance work, borrowing, returning, ordering, or searching is not possible during this time. Our digital services are also unavailable.
Make peace
The exhibition “Creating Peace” from May 11th to June 27th, 2026 can be seen in the Wall Hall of the Central Library
New digital language learning offer
With our new language learning platform Transparent Language Online, you have access to over 110 languages. Use it anytime in your browser or via the app.
Our opening hours in May
Around the holidays in May, some libraries have changed their opening hours. Therefore, there may be delays with the online ordering service.
Exhibition: “Orient and Occident” – A Dialogue
Persian calligraphy by Ahmad Tavakkoli and photographs by Joachim Koetzle…
Appointments at the Central Library
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Be My Eyes – Overcoming barriers together
What is it about?
To mark the 14th German Diversity Day, we present the app “Be My Eyes”.
When and where?
Mon, 18.05.2026, 10:00 - 19:00Free appointment
19
Be My Eyes – Overcoming barriers together
What is it about?
To mark the 14th German Diversity Day, we present the app “Be My Eyes”.
When and where?
Tue, 19.05.2026, 10:00 - 19:00Free appointment
19
Digital consultation hours at the central library
What is it about?
During the digital consultation, a digital guide from the outpatient care bridge offers support in dealing with digital devices and their application possibilities.
When and where?
Tue, 19.05.2026, 11:30 - 13:30Free appointment
19
Be My Eyes – Overcoming barriers together
What is it about?
To mark the 14th German Diversity Day, we present the app “Be My Eyes”.
When and where?
Tue, 19.05.2026, 13:00 - 19:00Free appointment
19
Tagtool: Digital drawing and animation
What is it about?
Digital drawing workshop for children aged 10 and up.
When and where?
Tue, 19.05.2026, 16:00 - 18:30Free appointment