You will find a selection of media in German language and in translation in the library: books, magazines, films, music, apps and games as well as children- and youth literature. Find out more about current topics and trends, and get to know Germany.
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.
We offer a variety of activities for libraries, schools and kindergartens. Book the Goethe-Institut for a reading session and listen to our storyteller. Take a look at our pages and find out more.
In just 12 hours, Namibian authors, illustrators and designers create beautiful Namibian children's books that anyone can freely translate, print and distribute. In 2026, we organised the third edition.
In this interactive form of reading, the illustration of the picture book is projected onto a wall or large television. The Goethe-Institut offers this reading experience for schools and kindergartens. It is also suitable for reading events for larger groups.
BibToGo
BibToGo is the Goethe-Institut library app.
BibToGo is the Goethe-Institut library app. Our Library App for your personal library account with which you can access our (online) media and services at any time.
We have compiled a fantastic selection of German films and series for you to enjoy that are currently available in the media libraries of the public broadcasters and on various streaming services in Germany.
