eLibrary
Onleihe
The Onleihe is Goethe-Institut’s digital library (eLibrary). More than 23,000 German language eBooks, audio books, movies, materials for German language learners, magazines and newspapers are available for downloading from the Onleihe.
Anywhere, anytime, free of charge
With our Onleihe you can borrow media 24 hours a day, 7 days a week simply by pressing a button. A return is not necessary. After the end of the loan period, the file can no longer be accessed.
Anyone with permanent residence outside Germany can use our eLibrary. Online registration is fast and easy. Library membership is not required.
After registration and activation, you can use the Onleihe media on your PC, laptop and mobile devices (Android and iOS), anytime and anywhere.
Steps to get started
Onleihe help and support
You will find step-by-step instructions, tips and tricks and FAQs in the Onleihe help pages
If you are having difficulties using the Onleihe, please contact us via the form.We hope you enjoy browsing through our digital media offer.