The Médiathèque Émile Zola is a public media library in the Croix-d'Argent neighborhood of Montpellier, in the Occitania region of southern France. Its address is Place Dionysos, 34000 Montpellier. Visitors come here as much for the atmosphere of a working community library as for any single exhibit.
What you will find
The building holds a wide collection that goes beyond printed books. Alongside its shelves you will find digital resources, films and a programme of cultural events open to the local community. It suits anyone who enjoys browsing, reading or simply spending an unhurried hour somewhere quiet in the city.
Who it suits
- Visitors curious about how French public libraries serve their neighbourhoods
- Those who enjoy reading, films or a change from the usual sightseeing
- Travellers with time to spare who want a look at everyday city life
Around the library
The Croix-d'Argent neighbourhood is a residential part of Montpellier, a lively university city known for its historic centre and its mix of old and new architecture. Pairing a visit here with a walk through the wider city gives a fuller picture of the place. Because the library is a public service, it is worth checking its current access arrangements before you go, as these are not set out in the facts available here.