Amiens . Bibliothèque municipale
Amiens . Bibliothèque municipale, Historical library in central Amiens, France
The municipal library features extensive collections including 2,700 digital titles, 1,400 online magazines, and numerous educational resources for public access.
Founded in 1800, the library emerged from the nationalization of church properties in 1789, incorporating manuscripts from regional abbeys into its collection.
The institution maintains a collection of Carolingian manuscripts, including the 9th-century Corbie Psalter and the 12th-century Pamplona Bible.
The library opens Monday and Thursday afternoons from 14:00 to 19:00, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 09:30 to 19:00, and Saturday from 09:30 to 18:00.
The Charles de l'Escalopier Collection, acquired in 1866, contains 6,000 printed materials and 100 significant manuscripts documenting regional history.
Location: Amiens
Inception: January 1, 1800
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Address: 50, rue de la République
Opening Hours: Monday 14:00-19:00; Tuesday-Wednesday 09:30-19:00; Thursday 14:00-19:00; Friday 09:30-19:00; Saturday 09:30-18:00
Phone: +33322971010
Website: http://bibliotheques.amiens.fr/medias/medias.aspx?
GPS coordinates: 49.89001,2.29495
Latest update: August 27, 2025 17:26
Amiens combines an architectural and natural heritage that reflects its rich historical past. The Notre-Dame Cathedral, the largest Gothic cathedral in France, stands in the city center at 145 meters long with medieval sculptures from the 13th century. The Museum of Picardie, the first French building designed specifically as a museum, houses art and archaeology collections spanning several centuries of regional history. The Hortillonnages constitute one of Amiens' natural treasures: this network of 300 hectares of canals and floating gardens, cultivated since the Middle Ages, offers boat trips amid preserved nature. Jules Verne's House allows visitors to explore the writer's universe in his 19th-century private mansion, where he authored about thirty novels. These sites, complemented by places like the Jules Verne Circus from 1889 and the modern Tour Perret, Europe's first reinforced concrete skyscraper, demonstrate the continuous development of the city and its adaptation to different eras.
Musée de Picardie
60 m
Maison de Jules Verne
557 m
Cirque Jules Verne
183 m
Belfry of Amiens
617 m
Maison de la Culture d'Amiens
474 m
Amiens City hall
480 m
Église Saint-Honoré d'Amiens
267 m
Hôtel Bouctot-Vagniez
563 m
Logis du Roi
472 m
Prefecture hotel of Somme
122 m
Église Saint-Remi
265 m
Palais de Justice d'Amiens
560 m
Abbaye Saint-Jean des Prémontrés
441 m
Maison du bailliage, Amiens
520 m
Amiens amphitheatre
451 m
Maison du Sagittaire
488 m
Caserne Stengel
512 m
Maison du Samson, Amiens
253 m
Couvent des Ursulines d'Amiens
361 m
Ancien siège du Courrier Picard
212 m
Dewaily Clock
526 m
Théâtre d'Amiens
447 m
Hôtel Christophle, Amiens
335 m
Imprimerie Yvert, Amiens
387 m
Hôtel Acloque
450 m
7 rue Porion, Amiens
569 m
Hôtel Bullot, Amiens
334 m
Hôtel particulier
286 mReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes