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.

Cover - Onleihe: The Digital Library Illustration: Maria Tran Larsen © Goethe-Institut

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)
No library membership required

Just a few steps to borrowing

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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Any questions about the Onleihe?

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

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Onleihe

Anywhere, anytime, free of charge

Just a few steps to borrowing

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How can I use the Onleihe after registering?

Any questions about the Onleihe?

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