The European Library

The European Library connects visitors with resources from 48 European national libraries and research libraries.

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About The European Library

The European Library is an online portal that provides access to the collections of the 48 National Libraries of Europe and a growing number of European research libraries. Users can cross-search and reuse 26,394,274 digital items and 168,238,832 bibliographic records, ranging from catalogue records to full-text books, magazines, journals and audio recordings.

The searchable objects come from institutions in countries that are members of the Council of Europe and cover 35 different languages.

Key features

  • Cross-search digital items and bibliographic records across libraries
  • Reuse 26,394,274 digital items and 168,238,832 bibliographic records
  • Browse collections by discipline with item counts
  • Access catalogue records, full-text books, journals and audio recordings
  • Search materials in 35 different languages
  • Explore themed exhibitions and featured collections
Best for: Researchers seeking materials held by European national and research libraries.
Good for
  • Covers collections from 48 European national libraries
  • Includes both catalogue records and full-text materials
  • Includes materials in 35 different languages

The European Library at a glance

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Platforms
Web
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Language
English
Last checked
Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026

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The European Library FAQ

How many libraries are included?
48 National Libraries of Europe and a growing number of European research libraries.
What kinds of materials can be searched?
Catalogue records, full-text books, magazines, journals and audio recordings.
What countries and languages are covered?
Objects come from institutions in Council of Europe member countries and cover 35 different languages.
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