Research Library in Olomouc

The Research Library in Olomouc is a scientific institution spread across two buildings on Bezrucova Street, holding more than two million volumes of academic literature and research materials. The spaces include reading areas, computer workstations, and interlibrary loan services.

The institution was established in 1566 as a college library and operated as the University of Olomouc Library until 1860. This long connection to academic education shaped its growth as a center for scholarly knowledge.

The collection holds around 1451 manuscripts about Central European history and approximately 1700 early printed books from European printers. These materials show how the library has long connected to Europe's scholarly world.

The main building is open Monday through Friday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, offering different working environments for various research needs. Visitors should know that accessing specialized collections may require advance requests or registration.

The institution ranks among the two oldest and three largest scientific libraries in the Czech Republic. This standing comes from centuries of steady collection building and its role in the region's academic development.

Location: Olomouc

Email: vkol@vkol.cz

Website: https://vkol.cz/en

GPS coordinates: 49.59380,17.24710

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:40