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Entrance to the Branch Library Ottobrunn-Taufkirchen

Thursday, 24.09.2026

Opening on 12 October 2026

New Library Location Ottobrunn-Taufkirchen

On 12 October 2026, we will open our new Branch Library Ottobrunn-Taufkirchen at the TUM Campus for Aerospace and Geodesy. Students, researchers, and faculty will benefit from modern study spaces, group rooms, and literature on aerospace engineering and aviation.

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Entrance to the Branch Library Mathematics & Informatics at the Garching Research Campus.

Monday, 21.09.2026

German Unity Day

Open Branch Libraries and Open Day in Garching on 3 October

On Saturday, 3 October 2026, the branch libraries Main Campus, Mathematics & Informatics, and Weihenstephan will be open. You are also welcome to visit the University Library at the Open House on the Garching Research Campus and stop by our information booth.

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Study desks and bookshelves in the Branch Library Weihenstephan

Monday, 10.08.2026

Public Holiday

Opening Hours on Assumption Day

On Assumption Day, 15 August 2026, the branch libraries at the Main Campus, Mathematics & Informatics, and Weihenstephan will be open during their regular hours. All other branch libraries and the First Level Hotline will be closed. Please check the opening hours of our locations here.

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circulation desk and book shelves in the Branch Library Chemistry

Monday, 27.07.2026

Construction Work

Branch Library Chemistry Temporarily Closed

The Branch Library Chemistry will be closed to the public from 17 August 2026 through approximately 8 November 2026, due to urgently required construction work. During this period, please visit our other branch libraries.

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Monday, 13.07.2026

Temporary Service Limitation

First Level Hotline: Closed on 21 July 2026

On Tuesday, 21 July 2026, the First Level Hotline will not be available due to an internal event. Our colleagues will not be reachable by phone or chat on that day. You can still send us your questions about our library services by email; all inquiries will be processed the next day.

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Monday, 15.06.2026

Summer Party on Campus

Branch Library Weihenstephan Closes Early on 26 June 2026

The Weihenstephan Branch Library will close early at 17:00 on Friday, 26 June 2026. The reason is the annual summer festival of the brewing students on campus. Please plan your visit accordingly and take note of the adjusted opening hours.

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Rows of tall bookshelves filled with reference books in the mathematics and computer science branch, leading through a narrow aisle to a study area.

Wednesday, 20.05.2026

Public Holiday

Opening Hours on Corpus Christi

On the public holiday Corpus Christi, 4 June 2026, special opening hours apply in our branch libraries. Please check here which locations are open.

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Modern university library interior with tall bookshelves, curved balcony walkways, study desks with computers, and natural light entering through large windows

Friday, 08.05.2026

Public Holidays in May

Open on Ascension Day and Pentecost

Please note that special opening hours apply at our library locations on upcoming public holidays. Below you will find information on which branch libraries will be open on Ascension Day and Pentecost Monday.

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Exterior view of the TUM University Library building with a white facade, tall windows, and students in front of the main entrance.

Thursday, 08.10.2020

My First University Party (MeUp)

Branch Library Main Campus Closes Early on 15 October 2026

The Branch Library Main Campus will close at 18:00 on Thursday, 15 October 2026. The reason is “My First University Party” (MeUp), the student representatives’ welcome event at the Main Campus. Please plan your library visit accordingly.

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