The Black Diamond, Copenhagen
In the buildings of Det Kgl. Bibliotek on Slotsholmen, you can enjoy exhibitions and concerts, use the reading rooms and visit the cafe, while enjoying the view of the harbour.
Visit us
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Victor Albecks Vej, Aarhus
In the iconic book tower on Victor Albecks Vej in Aarhus, you can collect and return material, use the reading areas and dine in the canteen.
The Danish National Art Library
The Danish National Art Library is situated in Charlottenborg Palace. Here you can use the reading room and borrow material on art and architectural history, art theory, and museology.
University libraries
AU Library
AU Library is a collaboration between Det Kgl. Bibliotek and Aarhus University, which jointly provide library services to students and staff at Aarhus University.
Copenhagen University Library
Copenhagen University Library is a collaboration between Copenhagen University and Det Kgl. Bibliotek, which cooperatively provide library services to students and staff at the university.
Roskilde University Library
Det Kgl. Bibliotek and Roskilde University collaborate on the service of Roskilde University Library, which provides library services to both students and staff at the university.
IT University of Copenhagen
Det Kgl. Bibliotek collaborates with the IT University of Copenhagen. The nearby located university library Søndre Campus provides library services to students and staff at the IT University.
Popular services
Collect and return material
Information about pick-up locations, returns, recall notices, renewals, etc. when you're a registered user at Det Kgl. Bibliotek.
Guided tours
We offer guided tours in The Black Diamond, Copenhagen and on Victor Albecks Vej, Aarhus (the Book Tower). Experience the buildings and environment and hear stories about architecture and collections.
Meetings and conferences
Let the beautiful facilities of The Black Diamond be the setting for your next event.