Digital Library
Onleihe

The Onleihe is the Goethe-Institut’s free digital library. You can access around 20,000 German-language e-books, audiobooks, resources for German learners, magazines and newspapers online.

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Anywhere, anytime, free of charge

Borrow media - 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Can be used on PC and laptop or mobile via the Onleihe app (Android and iOS)

Just a few steps to borrowing

Any questions about the Onleihe?

In the Onleihe help section, you can find the latest news, guides and FAQs.

Onleihe App

Would you like to read German-language e-books and newspapers, listen to audio books or search for materials for learners of German? Install the Onleihe app on your smartphone and/or tablet.

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