Opening Hours

Closure of the Gotha Research Library on 3 September 2026

On Thursday 3 September 2026, the Research Library will be closed at both the Friedenstein Castle and Perthes Forum sites due to an internal event.

Changed opening hours at the Gotha Research Library on 15 September 2026

Due to an internal event, the Research Library will not open until 11.30 am on Tuesday 15 September 2026.

Thank you for your understanding.

Current opening and service hours

Opening and service hours of the Gotha Research Library / Friedenstein Palace Monday to Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Opening and service hours of the Gotha Research Library / Perthes-Forum Monday to Friday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.