Library and toy library
Libraries
Davos library
Davos encompasses a collection of approx. 15,000 media items (novels and text books for adults, books for children and young adults, picture books, foreign-language literature, newspapers, music CDs, DVDs, audio books and walking maps). Borrowing is free for children (up to 16). All other visitors pay a borrowing charge.
Opening times
- Sunday and Monday: closed
- Tuesday to Friday: 3.00 - 7.00 pm
- Wednesday and Saturday: 8.30 - 11.30 am
Klosters library
Klosters library is located in the old town hall (Jeuchenhaus) opposite the Evangelical church. The entrance is in the new building on Talgasse 1. Here, visitors will find a stunning reading room amongst the over 300 year-old rooms. There is a large selection of books for children, young adults and adults - including local and English books. Audio books and DVDs for every age group. Internet access available.
Opening hours
Monday - Friday 16:00 - 18:00 h
Documentation library and toy library
Documentation library Davos
The documentation library in Davos is one of very few of its kind in Switzerland. Its inventory encompasses over 20,000 media items (written items, books, newspapers, graphics, audio carriers, video films), which have a reference to Davos. In addition, it also boasts a collection of over 7,000 photos relevant to local history. It is not possible to borrow the items but many documents can be photocopied. Submit any enquiries by letter, email or telephone. Research and long-distance requests are subject to a charge.
Opening hours
- Sundy and Mondy: closed
- Tuesday to Friday: 16:00 - 18:00 h or by appointment
Addresses
Dokumentationsbibliothek Davos
Promenade 88
7270 Davos Platz
Ludothek Davos
Promenade 88
7270 Davos Platz
Mediothek Mittelprättigau
Conterserstrasse 1
7240 Küblis
Davoser Revue
The quarterly publication «Davoser Revue» – established in 1925 by Jules Ferdmann - has recorded and interpreted the cultural history and the life of the Davos community for over 90 years, and is now considered a part of Davos culture itself. Articles and more information: www.davoser-revue.ch.