The Leipzig University Library was founded in 1543, making it one of the oldest academic libraries in Germany. The Bibliotheca Albertina on Beethovenstraße is its largest of a total of nine locations. It combines a modern learning and working environment with a major research library for the humanities and social sciences, as well as a historic collection.
The Albertina building was constructed at the end of the 19th century based on a design by the Leipzig architect Arwed Roßbach. Built in the Neo-Renaissance style, the building was named after King Albert of Saxony. His name can still be seen today in large letters on the architrave above the entrance portal. During World War II, the Bibliotheca Albertina was severely damaged and underwent extensive reconstruction and modernization from 1992 to 2002.
Today, in addition to more than 1,100 study spaces, it offers exhibition areas, a research reading room, and extensive historical collections, including manuscripts, papyri, prints, estates, autographs, and one of Germany’s most significant university coin collections.
The Albertina building was constructed at the end of the 19th century based on a design by the Leipzig architect Arwed Roßbach. Built in the Neo-Renaissance style, the building was named after King Albert of Saxony. His name can still be seen today in large letters on the architrave above the entrance portal. During World War II, the Bibliotheca Albertina was severely damaged and underwent extensive reconstruction and modernization from 1992 to 2002.
Today, in addition to more than 1,100 study spaces, it offers exhibition areas, a research reading room, and extensive historical collections, including manuscripts, papyri, prints, estates, autographs, and one of Germany’s most significant university coin collections.
Openings
- Library Services:
Monday through Friday: 9 a.m.–7 p.m.
Saturday: 11 a.m.–3 p.m. General information
Bus stop available
Payment methods
- Entrance Free
Directions & Parking facilities
- By public transportation: The nearest stop is Leipzig, Wächterstr. (Grassistr.) (Bus Line 89). Other stops in the immediate vicinity: Münzgasse/LVZ and Neues Rathaus.
By car: The Bibliotheca Albertina is located in the southern part of downtown Leipzig and can be reached via Martin-Luther-Ring, Karl-Tauchnitz-Straße, and Grassistraße. Organization
Leipzig Tourismus und Marketing GmbH
License (master data)
Leipzig Tourismus und Marketing GmbH
