Library

Open to all

Our vibrant library now has a felicitous children’s corner, a capacious media center, a rich collection of German and a selected curation of English and Tamil media: Books, Magazines, Newspapers, Films, Music and Games. For kids and adults alike, we have a plethora of activities.

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Books and Media

Lending

The library is open to the public, for anyone who wants to use its books and media or seeks information related to Germany.

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Onleihe: Borrow Digital Media Free-of-Charge

The virtual library allows you to borrow digital media over the free-of-charge platform.

eLibrary ("Onleihe") Overview

BibToGo

BibToGo is the Goethe-Institut library app.

BibToGo is the Goethe-Institut library app. It is also your personal library account. It gives you access to our media and services whenever you need them.

It is also your personal library account. It gives you access to our media and services whenever you need them.

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OUR OFFERS

Alles auf Deutsch

We present an interesting reading circle that will discuss books and authors. An opportunity to speak in German and to awaken your passion for reading German books. To Register for the event

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Children's activities

Through various activities ranging from workshops and camps to fun and informative quizzes, we strive to provide a fun and enriching experience for children of all ages.

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Reading Camp

We provide a reading camp at our library that offers opportunities for small group word play and instruction, interactive practice, individual choices of activities, guided reading, and more.

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Take one, give one

An initiative by the Library @ Goethe-Institut Chennai
Let us celebrate books and the love of reading.

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