Media structures located within theLibrary of Mauritius
Médiathèque Maurice: A Vibrant Hub for Reading, Learning, and Entertainment
Located at Hochstättstraße 6-10, Médiathèque Maurice is a unique municipal library, music library, and information center that offers a wealth of services and facilities across three floors.
Ground Floor (Floor 0):
Upon entering Médiathèque Maurice, you'll find the reception and information desk, where you can get assistance and information about the library's offerings. The ground floor also houses the complete music library, non-fiction materials, a shared reference library, a reading room, and a shared activity area for events organized by the city library and music library. For young visitors, there's a children's section with books, multimedia materials, and child-friendly facilities such as a self-checkout desk, child-friendly shelves, and a room for changing diapers. If you need a quick refreshment, an adjacent reading café with a reading terrace is available on this floor.
First Floor (Floor 1):
The middle floor is home to the adult fiction and non-fiction book collections, reference materials, periodicals and newspapers section, multimedia collections including CDs, DVDs, and audiobooks, and listening/viewing stations for music and videos. It also houses a media center and a youth library with a shared learning and reading space. For those seeking a quiet place to work, Médiathèque Maurice offers quiet rooms spread throughout the building.
Second Floor (Floor 2):
The top floor contains the library's fiction collection, audiobooks, and films. Visitors can relax with a cup of coffee, a newspaper, or a magazine at the reading café. This floor also houses the music library, with scores, recordings, and instruments (depending on the facility). Specialized collections or archives, group study rooms or multimedia studios, exhibition or event spaces, and administrative offices can also be found on this floor.
Additional Facilities:
Médiathèque Maurice is equipped with meeting and conference rooms, public Wi-Fi access throughout the building, and accessibility features such as elevators and ramps.
For precise information about the exact layout and detailed services per floor for Médiathèque Maurice at Hochstättstraße 6-10, we recommend visiting their official site or contacting their help desk directly. The children's library features a story room for events, a writing workshop, cozy corners for play and relaxation, and a crawl tunnel under the stairs.
Médiathèque Maurice is not just a library; it's a vibrant hub for reading, learning, and entertainment. Whether you're a book enthusiast, a music lover, or someone seeking a quiet place to work, Médiathèque Maurice has something for everyone.
Enjoy a serene moment at the library's home-and-garden section, located on the top floor (Floor 2), where you can relax with a cup of coffee and a magazine, surrounded by beautiful landscaping. On the other hand, if you're looking to refresh your home decor or lifestyle, the complete non-fiction materials available on the ground floor (Floor 0) offer a wealth of information on various topics.
