Search and service

The dates for the first seven months of 2025 are available online now. The rich and varied course programme has been complimented by several new courses in English, which are directed to our international users, as well as the webinar "Mission possible" on searching databases and research materials relating to studies of eastern Europe. All dates can be found in our course schedule.

The search portal of the Image Archive is available to users with a new appearance as of today. The reason for this change is the switch-over to a new database system. In the wake of the switch-over, the picture portal now offers modernised web design and partly enhanced functions.

The Bayerische Staatsbibliothek amends its house rules, applicable as of 15 July 2024. In the future, it is permitted to take photographs of pages from library holdings in the reading rooms, provided that no flash light is used, other visitors are not incommoded and legal provisions, such as copyright, personal rights and data protection rules are complied with.

There are numerous courses for you to learn more about expedient search tools, obtain tips for using the library and improve your search capabilities. A number of new topics have been added to the known range of courses.