General services
The BiG’s varied collections and wide range of services are also available to the public.
Lending
The Library Am Guisanplatz is a publicly accessible institution that belongs to the Swiss Confederation. It holds over a million items, which can be borrowed or consulted on the library premises.
Inter-library lending
If you are registered with the Library Am Guisanplatz BiG you can also order documents from other libraries via the inter-library lending service. This service is free of charge for employees of the Federal Administration and the Armed Forces.
Workstations and facilities
The Library Am Guisanplatz BiG is a modern place to learn and work. Here you can work at attractive workstations and benefit from BiG's infrastructure.
Reproductions
You can make your own copies, scans or photographs of documents held at the Library Am Guisanplatz BiG. You can also order digital and analogue reproductions.
Documentation
If you need help with your research, you can order documentations from the Library Am Guisanplatz BiG. Information specialists will carry out research for you and compile documentations on your chosen topic.
Guided tours
Take a free guided tour to learn about the services offered by the Library Am Guisanplatz BiG and the listed building we are located in. If you wish, you can also take a look at the special collections or our latest temporary exhibition.