Bookshelfs, a stair and the floor in the University Library

Closed at the University Library in Växjö summer 2026

From May 18 to August 16, parts of the University Library in Växjö will be closed, with limited access to books and study spaces.

Work is being carried out in the library during the summer, and some areas will be completely closed. Access to study spaces and collections will be limited.

We recommend planning ahead if you need to borrow or collect materials. Digital resources remain available 24/7.

Thank you for your patience.

Schedule

Please note that this schedule is preliminary and may change. We are working to ensure the best possible library services during this period and will share updates as soon as they are available.

May 18 – August 16

Floors 2 and 3 will be closed. Books from floor 2 will be packed away and cannot normally be borrowed. At the start of the period, a limited number of books may still be available before packing is completed, but availability cannot be guaranteed. Study spaces and rooms on floors 2 and 3 will also be closed.

June 8 – July 5

The University Library in Växjö will be completely closed due to noise levels and dust caused by floor sanding. During this period, you can still reserve books from floors 0 and 1 (the storage collection and the 000–300 sections), as well as course literature for summer courses.

Reserved and requested books can be picked up and borrowed from Infocenter in the H building, Växjö. Please bring your reservation notice along with ID or your access card.Opening hours: https://lnu.se/en/meet-linnaeus-university/contact-and-visit-us/
Books are returned via the book drop at the entrance of the university library.
During the period when the library is closed, SMP and DN are available to read at the Information Center.
Distance services may also be affected during the summer.

From July 6

Floors 0 and 1 are planned to reopen. Unpacking of books and the restoration of library spaces will begin at the same time and are expected to be completed by week 34.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will any books in Växjö be available?
Throughout the entire period, you will have access to books on floors 1 and 0, which includes books in the 000–300 sections as well as materials in storage. When the library is closed from June 8 to July 5, you can request books from these sections.

I will be taking a summer course. Will my course books be available?
Yes, they are not packed away and will be available on a special shelf on floor 1. When the library is closed from June 8 to July 5, you can reserve the course literature and borrow it from Infocenter. For fiction, we refer you to the city library. Your local library may have some of the literature available.

Can I request books from Kalmar?
Yes, you can request books from Kalmar.

Can I borrow books while the library is closed?
Yes. From June 8 to July 5, you can borrow books from Infocenter in the H building.

Where do I pick up reserved books when the library is closed?
From June 8 to July 5, you can pick up and borrow reserved books at Infocenter in the H building.

Can I return books?
Yes. You return books via the book drop at the entrance of the university library.

Can I study at the library?

From May 18 to June 7, you can use the study spaces on floors 1 and 0.
From June 8 to July 5, the library will be closed.
From July 6 to August 16, you can use the study spaces on floors 1 and 0.