Information on the Corona regulations of the ETH Library from 3 January 2022
Due to the closure of the ETH Zurich buildings, access to individual ETH Library locations is only possible for ETH members.
As of 3 January 2022, only ETH members will have access to individual locations (with ETH card and access authorization for the building). The Architecture and Civil Engineering Library (HIL) and the InfoCenter (HG) will be open to external visitors.
Please note that as of 20 December 2021, in accordance with the Federal Council decision of 17 December 2021, a 2G COVID-19 certificate and a mask obligation applies at all ETH Library locations in order to be able to use the services listed below and to visit events and exhibitions.
Locations and access
- Architecture and Civil Engineering Library including Self-Access Centre Hönggerberg: regularly open
- Earth Sciences Library: open to ETH members
- Hönggerberg Depot Library: closed
- GESS Library: open to ETH members
- Green Library: open to ETH members
- InfoCenter: regularly open
- Reading Room Collections and Archives: regularly open
Services
- Regular opening hours apply to all locations. Only the Hönggerberg Depot Library is closed.
- At all locations short searches and consultations can also take place in compliance with distance and hygiene regulations.
- 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. A 2G certificate requirement applies. 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. This also applies to the study spaces. 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 are feeling unwell.
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