Your Research

All catalogues and databases

The Swiss National Library lists the main catalogues and databases that are useful for research.

12 January 2026

Bibliographies

19 January 2026

Advice and research requests

The Swiss National Library can assist you with research linked to Switzerland.

Tips for research

List of Swiss platforms and databases providing access to images, sounds, films and videos:

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In search of…

The NL’s research services receive questions from users on a daily basis. “In search of…” presents the sometimes adventurous searches for clues and answers.