Libraries
in Switzerland
80 companies in Libraries in the Swiss commercial register, indexed across 11 canton and 3 town pages.
50 of 80 companies
Zentralbibliothek Zürich, öffentliche Stiftung
Zurich · Since 2003 · 21–50 empl.4.5(514)
The company's core activity is the digitization and provision of cultural and historical documents, such as manuscripts, music scores, maps and images, as well as the research and dissemination of knowledge in the fields of history, philosophy, religions and cultural studies. The company operates a digitization center and offers research opportunities and events for the public. It is likely a library or archive.
Stiftung Gemeindebibliothek Herzogenbuchsee und Umgebung
Herzogenbuchsee · Since 1981 · 21–50 empl.4.6(22)
The company's core activity is the operation of a library with several locations (Herzogenbuchsee, Huttwil and Langenthal), including the management of media stocks, the organization of events and the provision of services to the public.
Stiftung Kantonsbibliothek Uri
Altdorf Ur · Since 1972 · 21–50 empl.4.8(24)
The company's core activity is the operation of a library, including the promotion of media literacy, support for school and vocational education and training, as well as the collection and development of local publications.
Gemeindebibliothek Rosengarten
Thalwil · Since 1990 · 1–10 empl.4.9(28)
The company's core activity is the provision and management of a community library, including the management of media, lending, reservations and subscriptions.
Verein Stadtbibliothek Sursee
Sursee · Since 1984 · 11–20 empl.4.8(17)
The company's core activity is providing library services, including the lending of books, media and other resources, as well as organizing events and workshops for the public.
Stiftung Bibliothek Werner Oechslin
Einsiedeln · Since 1999 · 21–50 empl.4.8(9)
The company's core activity is the operation of a library and the organization of scientific and cultural events, particularly in the field of architectural theory and history. The library serves as a place of intellectual exchange and provides access to an extensive collection of books and other media. The company also publishes conference proceedings and editions, and offers guided tours and visits.
SBS Schweizerische Bibliothek für Blinde, Seh- und Lesebehinderte AG
Zurich · Since 2009 · 51–100 empl.4.3(15)
SBS Schweizerische Bibliothek für Blinde, Seh- und Lesebehinderte AG is a specialist library that provides and lends books and media for blind, visually impaired and reading-disabled people. Its collection and services include audiobooks, Braille and large-print books, e-books, audio films, tactile media and Braille music scores via an online library, and it produces accessible materials (E-text, Braille, large print, audiobooks) for educational and professional use.
Stiftung Stadtbibliothek Chur
Chur · Since 2014 · 21–50 empl.4.0(82)
The company's core activity is the operation of a city library with various offers such as media, game library, Open Library, post office branch, room rental and events.
Livres sans Frontières
Renens Vd · Since 2024 · 11–20 empl.5.0(26)
The core activity of Globlivres is the operation of a public and intercultural library in Renens, Switzerland. The library offers an extensive collection of 35,000 books in 300 languages, including children's and young adult books, textbooks, dictionaries, and bilingual editions. In addition to lending books, Globlivres also organizes various cultural activities and events, such as language courses, readings, and workshops, to promote exchange between immigrants and locals and celebrate the diversity of cultures.
Stiftung Stadtbibliothek Büecherbrugg Kreuzlingen
Kreuzlingen · Since 1996 · 11–20 empl.4.3(16)
The company's core activity is the operation of a library, particularly the city and vocational school library of Kreuzlingen, offering services such as books, media, events, and theme days, as well as providing online services like the WebOPAC catalog.
Bibliotheksverein Herisau
Herisau · Since 1993 · 11–20 empl.4.8(12)
The company's core activity is the operation of a library and game library, including the lending and return of media, the organization of events and activities for children and adults, as well as providing access to the Digital Library of Eastern Switzerland.
Stadtbibliothek Arbon
Arbon · Since 1945 · 1–10 empl.4.3(9)
The company's core activity is the operation of a public library, providing residents of Arbon and employees of local companies with access to literature, events, courses and other educational offers.
Stiftung Kornhausbibliotheken
Bern · Since 2000 · 11–20 empl.4.1(7)
The company's core activity is providing library services, including the lending of books, films, music and games, as well as a digital library and other services for families, children and schools.
Biblioteca Engiadinaisa
Sils/Segl Baselgia · Since 1961 · 1–10 empl.5.0(6)
The company's core activity is the operation of a library.
Frey-Grynaeische Stiftung
Basel · Since 1916 · 11–20 empl.
The Frey-Grynaeische Institute is a scientific institution whose core activity is the preservation and maintenance of a historic library. The library comprises several thousand volumes from the beginnings of printing to the 19th century and is a unique testament to the history of science in Basel. The institute also offers publications and downloads, and enables visits and guided tours of the library and the building.
Stiftung Militärbibliothek Basel
Basel · Since 1943 · 21–50 empl.
The company's core activity is providing library services, including the management of historical and modern collections, the support of students and other user groups, the acquisition and digitization of media, the provision of learning and work spaces, as well as the support of researchers in literature research and research data management.
Amalie und Theo Pinkus-Stiftung Zürich
Zurich · Since 1972 · 11–20 empl.
The core activity of the Studienbibliothek zur Geschichte der Arbeiterbewegung Foundation consists of collecting, preserving and disseminating historical documents, books and archives on the history of the labor movement. This includes supporting research projects, organizing exhibitions and publishing publications. The foundation serves as a platform for researching and communicating the history of the labor movement and offers an extensive library and archive collection for interested parties and researchers.
Bibliothèque de Neuchâtel
Neuchâtel · Since 1983 · 11–20 empl.
The core activity of the company is the operation of a library, in particular a public library, which offers a wide range of services, including: provision of books, e-books, documents and other resources; access to online resources and databases; reprography and digitization services; organization of cultural events, such as exhibitions, lectures and workshops; support for research and information; lending of media and materials; and access to Wi-Fi and the internet. The company also offers specialized services, such as the Grainothèque, which specializes in the research and preservation of grains and other agricultural products.
Stiftung Stadtbibliothek Biel
Biel/Bienne · Since 1988 · 21–50 empl.
The company's core activity is the operation of a public library with various offers and services for the public, including the lending of media, cultural mediation, events and workshops, particularly for children and young people.
Fondation Scout-Base
Buttes · Since 1994 · 1–10 empl.
Fondation Scout-Base operates a library and archives focused on Scouting, preserving books, periodicals and donated materials and making them available for consultation. The organization records received donations and maintains a computerized catalogue.
Fondation des archives historiques de l'Abbaye de Saint-Maurice
St-Maurice · Since 2000 · 11–20 empl.
The company's core activity is the preservation, conservation, inventory, digitization and publication of historical archives, particularly those of the Abbaye de Saint-Maurice, as well as supporting owners of archival holdings in the preservation and digital preparation of their documents.
SBD.bibliotheksservice ag
Bern · Since 2001 · 21–50 empl.
SBD.bibliotheksservice ag supplies libraries with products and services, including selection and reviews of media, library-ready processing of materials, consultancy for library development, and the planning, production and distribution of furniture and accessories; it also acts as the exclusive distributor of the Onleihe e-media platform for Switzerland and offers events, courses and training.
Fundaziun biblioteca populara Savognin
Tinizong · Since 2001 · 1–10 empl.
The company's core activity is the management and administration of the municipality of Surses in Switzerland. This includes providing services to residents, such as processing applications, issuing permits, managing finances, and conducting elections. Additionally, the company is also responsible for the infrastructure and public safety in the municipality.
Notenarchiv Reto Parolari GmbH
Winterthur · Since 2004 · 1–10 empl.
The core activity of Leihnotenarchiv Reto Parolari is the rental and sale of sheet music for various types of orchestras, including classical music, operettas, musicals, and folk music. Additionally, the company offers guided tours of the sheet music archive, which can be tailored to the needs of the customers.
Steiger & Kraushaar Architekten GmbH
Meggen · Since 2009 · 11–20 empl.
The company's core activity is the operation of an online database and library for Swiss architecture from 1920 onwards, including the documentation of buildings, offices, architects and topics, as well as providing information and resources to the public.
Stiftung BiblioGais
Gais · Since 2011 · 1–10 empl.
The core activity of the company is municipal administration, including the provision of public services such as childcare, cultural and leisure activities, economic development and political parties. It is a public administrative unit responsible for the administration of the municipality of Gais.
SWISS CAR REGISTER Foundation
Safenwil · Since 2015 · 11–20 empl.
The Swiss Car Register (SCR) is a non-profit organisation whose core activity is to collect, archive, process and disseminate information and documents about Swiss coachbuilders, vehicle manufacturers and assembly plants. This also includes documenting vehicles manufactured or assembled in Switzerland, as well as researching and publishing information on the history of the Swiss automotive industry.
PBZ Pestalozzi-Bibliothek Zürich
Zurich · Since 2015 · 51–100 empl.
The company's core activity is providing library services, including the lending of books, CDs, magazines, e-media and other media, as well as organizing events, group tours and other cultural activities for adults and children.
Ragaziana
Bad Ragaz · Since 2020 · 11–20 empl.
The core activity of the Ragaziana Foundation is the collection, management and provision of documents, images and videos on the history of Bad Ragaz and its surroundings. The foundation operates a documentation library, where books, magazines, texts, plans, photos, postcards, prints, slides and films on the history of Bad Ragaz and its surroundings are stored and made accessible to the public.
Fondazione Convento Salita dei Frati di Lugano
Lugano · Since 2021 · 11–20 empl.
The company's core activity is the management and maintenance of a library, in particular the Cappuccini library in Lugano. This includes the organization of cultural events, exhibitions and the publication of works, such as the Rivista "Fogli". The library also offers digital services, including the digitization of works and the provision of online conferences.
Fondation RERO plus
Martigny · Since 2021 · 11–20 empl.
The core activity of RERO+ is the development and provision of technological services and open-source tools for libraries, particularly in the areas of library management, institutional repository and multilingual entity management.
Buchhandlung Forum GmbH
Liestal · Since 2024 · 1–10 empl.5.0(14)
The company's core activity is the operation of a bookstore, where the sale of books and the promotion of encounters between people are at the forefront.
Archiv für Moderne Musik, Christian Schorno
Zurich · Since 2016 · 1–10 empl.
The company 'Archiv für Moderne Musik' by Christian Schorno is primarily engaged in the documentation, archiving and publication of information about the music industry, particularly in the field of modern music. The core activity includes the collection and presentation of articles, books, interviews, music videos and other media that deal with topics such as music economy, management, copyright, music production and distribution. The company also offers a database and a music room that enable the discovery and enjoyment of music and information about music.
Fondation Bibliothèque Sonore Romande
Lausanne · Since 1976 · 11–20 empl.5.0(2)
The company's core activity is to provide audiobooks and other audiovisual content for people with visual impairments or other limitations that make reading difficult. The company produces and distributes audiobooks, offers support and consulting services, and organizes cultural events. It is a non-profit organization that relies on donations and sponsorships to finance its activities.
bibliotheca Switzerland AG
Rotkreuz · Since 2002 · 101–500 empl.3.7(3)
bibliotheca Switzerland AG supplies library technology and related services, including self-service kiosks, RFID-based security and detection, and automated return and sorting systems. The company’s offerings also include extended-access solutions, digital communications, library supplies, management tools and customer support.
Stiftung Gemeindebibliothek Domat/Ems
Domat/Ems · Since 1989 · 11–20 empl.5.0(4)
The company's core activity is the operation of a community library that offers books, films, music CDs and audiobooks for lending, as well as organizes events such as readings and lectures. Additionally, the library also serves as a seed library, where seeds can be exchanged.
Bibliothek Wattwil e.V.
Wattwil · Since 2000 · 1–10 empl.5.0(2)
The company's core activity is the operation of a community and school library, offering books and other media and making them available to users. The library also provides services such as readings, consulting and access to digital media.
bibliotheca Group GmbH
Rotkreuz · Since 2012 · 101–500 empl.3.7(3)
bibliotheca Group GmbH develops library technology and supplies self-service, security and automation solutions, including 24/7 access systems for libraries. Its product range includes RFID-enabled self-check stations, return and sorting systems, digital displays and inventory and management tools.
Sajon GmbH
Bern · Since 2022 · 1–10 empl.
The core activity of Sajon GmbH is the preservation, processing and making accessible of intellectual knowledge, in particular through the creation and maintenance of a digital library and the archiving of content in the field of natural informatics.
The Library of Mistakes Foundation
Lausanne · Since 2022 · 1–10 empl.
The company's core activity is to provide a comprehensive library and resources for the study of financial and economic history, with the aim of drawing lessons from past mistakes and promoting understanding of financial markets and institutions.
Verein Kooperative Speicherbibliothek Schweiz
Büron · Since 2014 · 11–20 empl.5.0(1)
Verein Kooperative Speicherbibliothek Schweiz is a cooperative external-storage library and service provider for partner libraries, offering space-efficient storage of books and cultural materials in an automated high-bay warehouse under conservation-oriented conditions. It also provides search services, a reading room, lending and document-scanning services, as well as guided tours and public information.
Fondation CIDOC - Centre pour l'information et la documentation chrétiennes
Lausanne · Since 2021 · 11–20 empl.5.0(3)
The company CIDOC (Centre for Christian Information and Documentation) is a library and documentation centre specializing in providing information and documents on Christian topics. The core activities of the company include: managing an extensive collection of books, multimedia documents, Christian catechesis documents, games and educational materials; providing services such as document lending, research and document delivery by mail; organizing events and meetings in a meeting room; renting projectors and other technical equipment; accepting donations of materials and managing orders for documents; publishing a newsletter and providing information on other Christian documentation centres and resources.
Internet Archive Switzerland
St. Gallen · Since 2025 · 1–10 empl.
Internet Archive Switzerland is an independent Swiss foundation that collects and preserves digital information for learning and research. Its work focuses on long-term access to knowledge, including an archive for AI models and initiatives for endangered archives.
Fondation patrimoniale Petitmaître
Yverdon-Les-Bains · Since 2025 · 1–10 empl.
Fondation patrimoniale Petitmaître provides services in social education, out-of-school care, vocational training, reintegration and catering. The foundation operates several programs for children, young people, families and people in integration or training measures.
Stiftung Historische Bibliothek der Schweizerischen Pharmazie (HBSP)
Liebefeld · Since 2008 · 1–10 empl.1.0(1)
Stiftung Historische Bibliothek der Schweizerischen Pharmazie (HBSP) acquires, preserves and makes accessible books, printed materials, images and archival records of historical interest to Swiss pharmacy. It maintains a historical specialist library with catalogued books, periodicals and other reference and special collections.
Biography Library
Lugano · Since 2026 · 1–10 empl.
Biography Library is a non-profit, open-source archive for human memory and biographies. The platform enables people to create, edit, and preserve life stories, using ethical AI and storing data on Swiss servers.
Eduard Wölfflin-Thesaurus-Stiftung
Basel · Since 1936 · 1–10 empl.
Fritz Mangold-Stiftung
Basel · Since 1942 · 1–10 empl.
Bibliothek-Stiftung
Lucerne · Since 1946 · 1–10 empl.
Eisenbibliothek, Stiftung der Georg Fischer AG
Schaffhausen · Since 1949 · 1–10 empl.
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Source: commercial register (Zefix) · as of October 11, 2026
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