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Wichtiger Hinweis
City Archive Erlangen
The official memory of the Huguenot city
Our tasks and services for you cover a broad spectrum. As the central institution of the city administration, we take care of the permanent storage and documentation of the administration. Our main tasks include the storage and indexing of holdings, archival collections and documentation, in particular the city chronicle and the contemporary history collection. We provide documents and information for archive users, research the history of Erlangen and contribute to the preservation of historical monuments.
Latest news
Opening hours of the Platenhäuschen 2024
The so-called "Platenhäuschen", the summer retreat of August Graf von Platen (1796-1835) in Erlangen, will also be open to visitors in 2024.
Inventory information of the city archive available online
Since January 2024, the "archive tectonics" - the hierarchical structure of the archive holdings - and the indexing information on the individual holdings of the City Archive have been available online.
City archivist receives academy prize
Prize of the Bavarian Academy of Sciences and Humanities for Andreas Jakob.
Opening hours of the Platenhäuschen 2024
The so-called "Platenhäuschen", the summer retreat of August Graf von Platen (1796-1835) in Erlangen, will also be open to visitors in 2024.
Inventory information of the city archive available online
Since January 2024, the "archive tectonics" - the hierarchical structure of the archive holdings - and the indexing information on the individual holdings of the City Archive have been available online.
City archivist receives academy prize
Prize of the Bavarian Academy of Sciences and Humanities for Andreas Jakob.
Our offers
Use and services
We keep a wide variety of documents that should not only be preserved, but also used as far as possible. You can find out how to do your own research in the city archive or send us an inquiry here.
Inventories and collections
The city archive is responsible for the administrative records of the entire city. In addition, we acquire and manage the archives of Erlangen associations and companies, family estates and all kinds of Erlangensia through purchases and donations. We have a diverse collection of books, newspapers, coins, medals, postcards, photographs and much more.
Our archive library
The Erlangen City Archive maintains a specialized academic library - the archive library. The stock of approx. 50,000 media units is made up of monographs, collected works, journals, small publications and so-called "gray literature" (e.g. private prints, company publications, congress reports).
Online offers
The Erlangen City Archive is endeavoring to gradually expand its online presence. Here you will find an overview of the information and research services currently available online.
Publications on the history of Erlangen
Historical and political public relations work is a central task of the city archive. Our research findings in many areas of Erlangen's city history are published in the form of books, which can be purchased from the city archive or bookshops.
Interviews with contemporary witnesses
As part of the "Contemporary Witnesses" series of events, former Lord Mayor Dr. Siegfried Balleis conducted extensive interviews with deserving personalities from the city of Erlangen between 2013 and 2017. The results of this oral history project can be viewed on the city archive's YouTube channel.
About the city archive
From the "collection point for antique objects" to the modern municipal archive: Here you will find further information on the tasks, structure and history of the municipal archive.
Use and services
We keep a wide variety of documents that should not only be preserved, but also used as far as possible. You can find out how to do your own research in the city archive or send us an inquiry here.
Inventories and collections
The city archive is responsible for the administrative records of the entire city. In addition, we acquire and manage the archives of Erlangen associations and companies, family estates and all kinds of Erlangensia through purchases and donations. We have a diverse collection of books, newspapers, coins, medals, postcards, photographs and much more.
Our archive library
The Erlangen City Archive maintains a specialized academic library - the archive library. The stock of approx. 50,000 media units is made up of monographs, collected works, journals, small publications and so-called "gray literature" (e.g. private prints, company publications, congress reports).
Online offers
The Erlangen City Archive is endeavoring to gradually expand its online presence. Here you will find an overview of the information and research services currently available online.
Publications on the history of Erlangen
Historical and political public relations work is a central task of the city archive. Our research findings in many areas of Erlangen's city history are published in the form of books, which can be purchased from the city archive or bookshops.
Interviews with contemporary witnesses
As part of the "Contemporary Witnesses" series of events, former Lord Mayor Dr. Siegfried Balleis conducted extensive interviews with deserving personalities from the city of Erlangen between 2013 and 2017. The results of this oral history project can be viewed on the city archive's YouTube channel.
About the city archive
From the "collection point for antique objects" to the modern municipal archive: Here you will find further information on the tasks, structure and history of the municipal archive.
Our service for you
Municipal archive; application for the use of archive material
If you would like to use or view the archive material stored in a municipal archive, you can apply for this.
Building files; request for inspection
City Archive - Fee Schedule
Fee statute for the statutes of the city of Erlangen for the city archive dated 30.10.2012
City archive - Statutes
Statutes of the City of Erlangen for the City Archive dated 25.10.2012
Municipal archive; application for the use of archive material
If you would like to use or view the archive material stored in a municipal archive, you can apply for this.
Building files; request for inspection
City Archive - Fee Schedule
Fee statute for the statutes of the city of Erlangen for the city archive dated 30.10.2012
City archive - Statutes
Statutes of the City of Erlangen for the City Archive dated 25.10.2012
FAQ - Frequently asked questions
The library holdings can be searched via the online catalog. To order books for the reading room, please contact the city archive on 09131-862219 or stadtarchiv@stadt.erlangen.de. If "LS" is specified as the location in the library catalog, you can take the work directly from the open access collection in the reading room without having to order it in advance.
Please order the required archive materials at stadtarchiv@stadt.erlangen.de.
A maximum of 5 archival items per order can be submitted at the same time.
On your first visit you will receive a user application form in which you enter your name, address and research interest. The application form can also be filled in and signed in advance on your PC. Please bring an identification document with you when you register.
You are also welcome to contact us in advance with your request at 09131-862219 or stadtarchiv@stadt.erlangen.de.
If the archive materials are required for further use, please inform the reading room supervisor. Archival materials made available will be kept for two weeks after the user's last visit.
Only the necessary work materials should be brought into the reading room. Coats, folders and bags (including laptops) must be locked in the lockers provided. The City of Erlangen accepts no liability for items left there.
Please only use pencils for your personal notes and transcripts. You can obtain these from the reading room supervisor.
In exceptional cases, the protection periods can be shortened. An application to shorten the protection period must be submitted for this. We recommend completing the application digitally.
Photocopies and reproductions may only be made by archive staff. Reproductions can only be ordered if the state of preservation of the original allows it. You can obtain a corresponding form from the reading room supervisor. You can also fill it out digitally.
The preparation of reproduction orders usually takes 2-3 days. A longer period may be required for large orders.
The reading room of the City Archive is open as follows:
Monday: 9.00 - 18.00
Tuesday: 9.00 a.m. - 4.00 p.m.
Wednesday: 8.00 a.m. - 12.00 p.m.
Thursday: 9.00 a.m. - 4.00 p.m.
Friday: closed
The archives and library holdings can be consulted in the reading room by prior appointment. It is not possible to borrow items outside the library. Please also note our reading room regulations.
Contact us
City archive
Head of office: Dr. Andreas Jobst
Anschrift
Öffnungszeiten
You can make additional appointments by telephone.
Telephone availability:
Monday: 09:00 - 18:00
Tuesday: 09:00 -16:00
Wednesday: 08:00 - 12:00
Thursday: 09:00 - 16:00