Information on the opening hours and services of the ETH Library from 26 April 2021
The ETH Library in the main building is now also open again on weekends. Additionally, the Architecture and Civil Engineering Library on the H?nggerberg is open during the week. All other library locations will open on 17 May 2021. Our digital offers and services are available to you as usual.
Locations and opening hours
From Monday, 26 April 2021, the following opening hours apply:
- InfoCenter and Circulation Desk in the ETH main building:
Mon–Fri 09.00–18.00, Sat and Sun 09.00–17.00
(All locations will be closed on Saturday, 1 May, 2021.) - Architecture and Civil Engineering Library (H?nggerberg):
Mon–Fri 09.00–18.00, Sat and Sun closed - From Monday, 17 May 2021, all other library locations will also reopen Mon–Fri 09.00–18.00 and the H?nggerberg Depot Library Mon–Fri 09.00–17.00.
Further information
- Loans and returns are possible again at all locations. Short searches and consultations can also take place in compliance with distance and hygiene regulations.
- We offer a free postal service for ETH staff.
- Reading lounges with national and international (specialist) journals and daily newspapers are available.
- Photocopiers and scanners can be used in compliance with the distancing rules.
Collections, archives and exhibitions
The Reading Room Collections and Archives and the exhibition of the Max Frisch Archive are regularly open Mon–Fri from 10.00–17.00. For the Reading Room pre-registration is kindly requested. The Thomas Mann Archives are accessible by appointment. The exhibition of the Graphische Sammlung can be visited during regular opening hours Mon-Sun from 10.00–16.45.
Events
Events are partly taking place on location again. Please read the notes and details about upcoming events in the events calendar.
Face masks mandatory
Face masks must be worn in all ETH buildings. The social distancing and hygiene measures of the Federal Office of Public Health (FOPH) remain in place. Please bear this in mind when visiting the ETH Library.
You can also continue to make use of our digital resources and contact options. Please do not visit the library if you belong to an at-risk group or are feeling unwell.
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