Sede de la Biblioteca Nacional de España en Alcalá de Henares

The Sede de la Biblioteca Nacional de España in Alcalá de Henares is a branch facility with six square towers designed for storage. The shelves within these towers are organized to accommodate millions of documents in a structured system.

The facility opened in 1986 and has undergone successive expansions to meet growing storage needs. The first phase was completed in 1993, followed by additional towers added in 2000.

The collection holds modern books, newspapers, magazines, scores, maps, and posters that are carefully organized and preserved. Visitors can encounter the diversity of these materials, which reflects the broad spectrum of the nation's knowledge and heritage.

The facility is accessible by public transportation, and visiting hours follow a regular weekly schedule. Guests should confirm in advance which areas are open to the public, as access may be limited due to the nature of the archive.

What sets this facility apart is an automated storage system featuring robotic towers that manage two million books using computer-controlled mechanical arms. This technology allows efficient handling of vast collections in a compact space.

Location: Alcalá de Henares

Inception: 1986

Architects: Francisco Fernández-Longoria Pinazo

Part of: Biblioteca Nacional de España

Address: Avenida Punto Es, s/n. (Campus de la Universidad de Alcalá). Ctra. de Alcalá de Henares a Meco, Km 1,6

Website: http://bne.es/es/Servicios/SalasConsulta/SaladeAlcaladeHenares

GPS coordinates: 40.51850,-3.34611

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:01