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1.

University Library of Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin
A comprehensive academic library offering vast research resources, quiet study spaces, and access to one of Germany’s oldest and most prestigious university collections.

Online Databank

https://www.ub.hu-berlin.de/en

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Staatsbibliothek Berlin
Every district has its own libraries, and you can find the available libraries in your district via the link below. You can use their reading rooms without a membership, but borrowing the materials is not possible.

Online Databank

https://staatsbibliothek-berlin.de/en/

Online Registration

Please fill out registration form (application for admission).

On-Site Registration

Visit the library during the general opening hours:
Monday - Saturday 8am - 10pm
Sunday 10am - 6pm

For more information visit

https://staatsbibliothek-berlin.de/en/service/registration

3.

Coworking Spaces
You can become a member at a coworking space if you need a working space on a regular basis. However, they have higher fees than libraries. Since they are a common office, you can have meetings and use the space as your regular working space. There are plenty other options in the city.

Machwerk Berlin

https://machwerk.berlin/

Amaploa-Cowrking

https://www.amapola-coworking.de/

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Zentral- und Landesbibliothek Berlin (zlb.de)
Library card owners can use the facilities and resources of any library which is a member of Verbund der Öffentlichen Bibliotheken Berlins (VÖBB).

Online Databank

https://www.zlb.de

Online Registration

Please fill out registration form (application for admission). €10 per year.

On-Site Registration

Library passes are issued only upon presentation of official ID. Visit the library during the general opening hours:
Mon - Fri 10 am - 8 pm
Sat - 10 am - 7 pm

For more information visit

https://www.zlb.de/ueber-uns/

External Resources

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Bücherhallen
Bücherhallen Hamburg is the primary public library network in Hamburg, comprising 32 branches that offer a wide range of media, including books, e-books, audiobooks, music, and films.

Website

hhttps://www.buecherhallen.de/

Online Registration

Can be completed online or at any branch.

Fees

Membership fees apply; details are available on their website.

Address

A complete list of branches and their addresses can be found on their locations page: https://www.buecherhallen.de/standorte.html

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Handelskammer Hamburg
One of the oldest business libraries in Germany, offering information on economic and social sciences, tax and business law, education, and vocational training.

Website

https://www.ihk.de/hamburg/

Online Registration

Can be completed online or at any branch.

Membership

Open to the public; borrowing may require registration.

Address

Adolphsplatz 1, 20457 Hamburg
Monday – Friday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

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Staats- und Universitätsbibliothek Hamburg Carl von Ossietzky (Stabi)
The largest academic library in Hamburg, serving the University of Hamburg and other higher education institutions, as well as the general public.

Website

https://www.sub.uni-hamburg.de/

Online Registration

Available on-site; a valid ID is necessary.

Fees

Membership fees may apply; consult their website for details.

Address

FVon-Melle-Park 3, 20146 Hamburg
Opening Hours: Monday – Friday: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.; Saturday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

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Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (HAW Hamburg) Libraries
HAW Hamburg operates multiple libraries across its campuses, providing resources for students and faculty in various disciplines.

Website

https://www.haw-hamburg.de/en/study/libraries/

Online Registration

Requires a valid ID and proof of affiliation.

Membership

Primarily for students and staff; external users may have limited access.

Address

Branch Locations: Details available on their website:

https://www.haw-hamburg.de/en/study/libraries/using-the-libraries/

5.

GIGA Information Centre
The GIGA Information Centre is the largest non-university information centre for area studies and comparative area studies in Germany, focusing on Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East.

Website

https://www.giga-hamburg.de/en/the-giga/giga-library

Online Registration

No registration required.

Membership

Open to the public; borrowing may require registration.

Address

Address: Neuer Jungfernstieg 21, 20354 Hamburg
Opening Hours: Monday – Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

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Kulturwissenschaftliche Bibliothek Warburg (Warburg-Haus)
A research library specializing in cultural studies, art history, and intellectual history.

Website

https://www.warburg-haus.de/en/the-kulturwissenschaftliche-bibliothek-warburg/

Online Registration

No registration required.

Membership

Primarily for researchers; public access may be limited.

Address

Address: Heilwigstraße 116, 20249 Hamburg
Opening Hours: By appointment; consult their website for details.

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Library of Commerce (Handelskammer Hamburg)
One of the oldest business libraries in Germany, offering information on economic and social sciences, tax and business law, education, and vocational training.

Website

https://www.hk24.de/servicemarken/ueber-uns/organisation/bibliothek-1140

Online Registration

No registration required.

Membership

Open to the public; borrowing may require registration..

Address

Address: Adolphsplatz 1, 20457 Hamburg
Opening Hours: Monday – Friday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

External Resources

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Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF) - François-Mitterrand
With over 14 million books and documents, BnF offers one of the most diverse collections in Europe. Highlights include medieval manuscripts, rare maps, historical prints, and an extensive multimedia section. Scholars can explore rare works in literature, history, science, and philosophy. The BnF’s digital resources, Gallica, also provide online access to a substantial part of its collection, allowing students and researchers to view documents remotely.

Website

www.bnf.fr

Benefits

Membership provides students with discounts on exhibitions, priority access to events, and access to private research rooms.

Address

Quai François Mauriac, 75706 Paris

Opening Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday to Saturday: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday: 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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Sainte-Geneviève Library
Specializing in humanities and social sciences, Sainte-Geneviève holds valuable manuscripts, medieval texts, and a robust collection of modern academic resources. Students and scholars can find works on philosophy, history, classical studies, and sociology. The library also boasts unique archives and microfilms, making it a hub for research in these fields.

Website

www.bsg.univ-paris3.fr

Benefits

Students benefit from free access to resources, historical exhibitions, and access to one of Paris’s most atmospheric study spaces.

Address

10 Place du Panthéon, 75005 Paris

Opening Hours

Monday to Saturday: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

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Bliothèque publique d’information (BPI) at Centre Pompidou
The BPI is renowned for its multimedia and contemporary art collections, as well as resources on modern culture and technology. The library has a substantial foreign language section, as well as collections dedicated to art, social sciences, and current affairs, making it ideal for studies in modern and global topics.

Website

www.bpi.fr

Benefits

Students have open access to a wealth of resources, including international newspapers, online databases, and language study materials, making it a versatile study environment.

Address

Place Georges-Pompidou, 75004 Paris

Opening Hours

Monday to Saturday: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Saturday and Sunday: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday: Closed

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Musée Condé Library (Château de Chantilly)
Known for its exquisite medieval and Renaissance manuscripts, the library also contains early printed books, atlases, and volumes on art history. It is a treasure trove for students interested in fine arts, history, and medieval studies.

Website

www.domainedechantilly.com

Benefits

Visitors enjoy an inspiring environment filled with art and history, with access to one of the finest medieval manuscript collections in the world

Address

60500 Chantilly, Paris (accessible by train from Paris)

Opening Hours

Daily: 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday: Closed

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American Library in Paris

Members gain access to exclusive author events, lectures, book clubs, and writing workshops, fostering a supportive literary community for English speakers.

Website

www.americanlibraryinparis.org

Benefits

Students benefit from free access to resources, historical exhibitions, and access to one of Paris’s most atmospheric study spaces.

Address

10 Rue du Général Camou, 75007 Paris

Opening Hours

Tuesday to Saturday: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday: 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Monday: Closed

External Resources

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Biblioteca Gòtic – Andreu Nin
Distric of Ciutat Vella

Get in touch

Biblioteca Gòtic - Andreu Nin | Biblioteques de Barcelona | Ayuntamiento de Barcelona

Address

Carrer la Rambla, 30

Opening Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday to Saturday: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday: 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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Biblioteca Barceloneta – La Fraternitat
Distric of Ciutat Vella

Get in touch

https://ajuntament.barcelona.cat/biblioteques/es/bibbarceloneta

Address

Carrer de Felicia Fuster i Viladecans, 8

Opening Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday to Saturday: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday: 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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Biblioteca Francesca Bonnemaison
Distric of Ciutat Vella>

Website

https://ajuntament.barcelona.cat/biblioteques/es/bibfbonnemaison

Address

Carrer de Sant Pere Més Baix, 7

Opening Hours

Monday to Saturday: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Saturday and Sunday: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday: Closed

4.

Biblioteca Sant Pau – Santa Creu
Distric of Ciutat Vella

Get in touch

https://ajuntament.barcelona.cat/biblioteques/es/bibsantpau

Address

Carrer del Carme, 47

Opening Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday to Saturday: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday: 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM