The Burgerbibliothek of Berne is the public academic archive of the Burgergemeinde of Berne and consists of archives, a Graphics Collection and mediaeval manuscripts.

Here you can view the Archive Catalogue of the Burgerbibliothek of Berne, the Library Catalogue and suggestions about other search tools.

The library holdings are of international importance and consist of private archives and the administrative and society archives of the Burgergemeinde of Berne, historic image collections and mediaeval manuscripts.

What you need to know to access the holdings and use the Reading Room. Information for a successful visit. 

The Burgerbibliothek of Berne is a dynamic organisation: find out how the archives, Graphics Collection and Photographic Archives grow and what happens to new acquisitions.

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