What is extended hours libraries?
The libraries at Byåsen, Heimdal, Klæbu, Moholt, Ranheim, Risvollan and Saupstad have extended opening hours. These branches are available for users outside the regular opening hours. The libraries are open from 07:00 to 23:00 every day of the year for users 15 years or older, who have gained access to the extended hours library.
To get access to the library outside normal opening hours, you have to sign a contract.
Signing this contract gives you access to the library from 07:00 to 23:00 hours every day of the year. You have to be 15 years or older. If you are between 15 and 18 years old, a parent have to come with you to the library and co-sign the contract.
The library is a public facility that is to be enjoyed and used by all the city’s inhabitants. You must help to keep the rooms tidy and show consideration for all the other visitors using the library. The extended-hours library is based on a relationship of trust between you and the library. It is therefore important that you comply with the library’s house rules.
How to gain access to extended opening hours?
To upgrade your regular library card to an admission card for the extended-hours library you must:
- Apply online or sign the contract at your local library
- Assume responsibility for anyone who accompanies you to the library
- Comply with the rules in force at all times for borrowing items from the library
- Help us take good care of your library
All who visit Trondheim public library shall feel that the library is a good place to be. This requires that all visitors display good manners and good behaviour.
Anyone who is drunk or under the influence of drugs will not be allowed entry and the consumption of alcohol and use of intoxicating substances is not allowed.
Threatening or annoying behaviour (making noise, harassing others, having smelly food with you, etc.) that may disturb library employees and visitors will not be accepted.
You are responsible and liable for your admission card and how it is used. This contract is personal, and any violation of it may lead to revocation of the right to use the extended-hours library. For your safety and to protect the library and it's equipment, the building is under video surveillance.
Vandalism will be reported to the police and you will be held financially liable for any damage. Your visit to the extended-hours library is your personal responsibility and at your own risk.
How to log in?
Scan the library card or the barcode from the Bibliofil app beneath the Meråpent keypad at the front door. Type your PIN and the door will unlock. Some of the libraries have several doors.
We are replacing the keypads at our libraries in 2024. The new keypads show the status in colours:
Green: Scan the barcode
Yellow: Type your PIN
Blinking green with sound: The door is now open
Red: Rejected access or the service is closed
Trouble signing the contract?
If you have trouble with signing the contract. Use the Bibliofil app to gain access from My Profile.
Ask the library for help
Sist oppdatert: 12.01.2023