ETH Library, Zurich

Name: ETH Library
Address: Rämistrasse 101, Zurich, 8006, Switzerland
Telephone: +41 44 632 21 35

#129 among attractions in Zurich

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Facts and practical information

ETH Library is the largest public scientific and technical library in Switzerland. It serves as a central university library for ETH Zurich and a national centre for scientific and technical information. Besides providing information for members of ETH Zurich, it also offers resources for the interested public and companies from research and development. Its main focuses are electronic information services for university members and the development of innovative services. ()

Local name: ETH-Bibliothek Established: 1855 (170 years ago)Coordinates: 47°22'35"N, 8°32'53"E

Address

Rämistrasse 101Kreis 1 (Hochschulen)Zurich 8006 Switzerland

Contact

+41 44 632 21 35

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Day trips

ETH Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bahnhofstrasse, Grossmünster, Swiss National Museum, Hedwig Fountain.

0.5 miSW
Main street lined with high-end shops
Bahnhofstrasse, Zurich
13 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Zurich, Bahnhofstrasse stands as one of the world's most luxurious shopping boulevards. This iconic street, stretching approximately 1.4 kilometers from Zurich Hauptbahnhof to Lake Zurich, is a beacon of high-end retail and architectural...
0.5 miSW
Landmark 12th-century cathedral
Grossmünster, Zurich
13 min walk • The Grossmünster, an emblematic church in Zurich, Switzerland, stands as a testament to the city's rich religious history and architectural heritage. This Romanesque-style Protestant church, with its distinctive twin towers, dominates the Zurich skyline and is one of...
0.4 miNW
Swiss history, crafts and furnishings
Swiss National Museum, Zurich
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Zurich, the Swiss National Museum stands as a beacon of cultural heritage and history. Housed in an impressive fairytale-like castle built in 1898, the museum's architecture is a stunning example of historicist design, drawing visitors into the...
0.4 miSW
Memorial
Hedwig Fountain, Zurich
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Zurich, Switzerland, the Hedwig Fountain stands as a testament to the city's rich history and artistic heritage. The fountain is not just an ordinary water feature; it is a piece of art that pays homage to Hedwig, the patron saint of Zurich.
0.4 miS
Gallery with major European artworks
Kunsthaus, Zurich
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Zurich, the Kunsthaus Zurich stands as a beacon of artistic and cultural heritage, inviting art enthusiasts and curious visitors alike to delve into its impressive collection. As a premier art museum in Switzerland, the Kunsthaus is renowned for...
0.4 miSW
Square
Lindenhof, Zurich
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Zurich, Switzerland, Lindenhof stands as a serene oasis and a historical square that offers a unique window into the city's past. This tranquil space, shaded by linden trees, not only provides a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of...
0.4 miSW
Stately town hall from the late 1600s
Zürich Town Hall, Zurich
12 min walk • Zürich Town Hall, known as Zürcher Rathaus in German, is an emblematic building nestled in the heart of Zurich, Switzerland, that serves as the seat of both the cantonal and municipal governments. This historic edifice, whose origins date back to the late 17th...
~1160 ftSW
Church, Huldrych Zwingli, Gothic architecture
Predigerkirche Zürich, Zurich
6 min walk • The Predigerkirche Zürich is a notable historical landmark nestled in the heart of Zurich, Switzerland. This church, with its origins dating back to the 13th century, stands as a testament to the city's rich religious and architectural heritage.
0.4 miSW
Bridge
Rathausbrücke, Zurich
11 min walk • Rathausbrücke is a pedestrian bridge which crosses the river Limmat in Zürich, Switzerland. It is colloquially named Gmüesbrugg, and is a popular public square connecting Limmatquai, and the Weinplatz plaza and the historical Schipfe quarter.
0.4 miW
Observatories and planetariums, Museum
Urania Sternwarte, Zurich
12 min walk • Urania Sternwarte is a public observatory in the Lindenhof quarter of Zürich, Switzerland. Its name Urania refers to the muse of astronomy in Greek mythology.
0.5 miNW
Park
Platzspitz park, Zurich
12 min walk • The Platzspitz park is a park in Zurich, located next to the Swiss National Museum.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is ETH Library open?

ETH Library is open:

Monday 7 am - 9:45 pm
Tuesday 7 am - 9:45 pm
Wednesday 7 am - 9:45 pm
Thursday 7 am - 9:45 pm
Friday 7 am - 9:45 pm
Saturday 9 am - 4:45 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to ETH Library?

Nearby attractions include ETH Zürich, Zurich (1 min walk), Zoologisches Museum, Zurich (3 min walk), Polybahn, Zurich (5 min walk), Central, Zurich (6 min walk).

How to get to ETH Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to ETH Library:

Tram

ETH/Universitätsspital • Lines: 10, 6, 9 (2 min walk)
Central • Lines: 10, 15, 3, 4, 6, 7 (6 min walk)

Bus

ETH Zentrum • Lines: E (2 min walk)
Central • Lines: N13 (6 min walk)

Train

Polyterrasse ETH (3 min walk)
Central Polybahn (5 min walk)

Trolleybus

Central • Lines: 31, 46 (6 min walk)
Neumarkt • Lines: 31 (7 min walk)

Ferry

Zürich Limmatquai (10 min walk)
Zürich Landesmuseum (10 min walk)

Light rail

Bahnhof Stadelhofen • Lines: S18 (19 min walk)
Kreuzplatz • Lines: 11, 8, S18 (22 min walk)