About us

You can tell a good bookshop not by how many Books she has, but on which ones she recommends.

For many years, List bookshop has been a place for everyone who loves literature: for browsing, discovering, returning and recommending to others. With a full range of German-language literature and a special emphasis on French and Italian literature, we bring readers together with books. Our range is complemented by a carefully curated selection of English and Spanish books.

Our native-speaking booksellers provide personal advice, are passionate readers and take the time for good conversations. Whether it is a current new release, a timeless classic or a book you did not yet know you were looking for, we always aim to find the right recommendation.

As an independent bookshop, we are deeply rooted in the local neighbourhood while also having an international outlook. Through readings, book clubs and literary events, we create spaces for meeting and exchange in German, French and Italian alike. In addition, we supply libraries, curate book displays and constantly develop new ideas for how books find their way to people.

We read. We recommend. We share our enthusiasm for literature and are delighted whenever anyone goes home with the right book.

Bookshop of the Year 2025

Austrian Bookshop Prize

The shop sign of the List bookshop in Porzellangasse View into the shop: stacks of books and shelves, in the foreground two visitors Display stand with the slogan „You don't have to travel to the Amazon when there are books right round the corner“ Illustration of the List bookshop in Porzellangasse

Why List?

A bookshop that Reading is l(i)ve

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Native-speaker support

Each department is run by booksellers with genuine literary expertise.

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Every book available to order

We will obtain any title available in France or Italy for you.

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Reply within 24 hours

We are checking availability and will inform you about the next steps.

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Free delivery

Free shipping on orders over €50 — or collection, available the next day for most titles.

Newsletter

Stay up to date – right from the comfort of your home

Books are part of who you are. Once a month, our booksellers share outstanding new releases, hidden gems and the literary events that make a trip to the 9th district worthwhile. Curated by people who read everything – so you can choose well.

Visit us

Do come and visit us sometime in Vienna.

Telephone

Opening hours

Mon–Fri 10:00–18:30
Sa 10–16
In summer Sat 10–13, on Christmas Saturdays 10–18