Name: Children's and Youth Reading Club
Start: 2026-07-16T19:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-07-16T20:00:00+02:00
Location: Salzstadel

Reading Enthusiasm in the Salzstadel: The Children's and Youth Reading Club invites literary exchange

In the Salzstadel of Landshut, a calm and wise place for young literature fans unfolds in the summer of 2026: The Children's and Youth Reading Club of the city library brings together children and teenagers who not only read books but also question, evaluate, and think further about them together. What emerges here is more than an entry in the calendar – it is a literary experience with a culture of conversation, a spirit of discovery, and genuine reading atmosphere, even without a stage in the classical sense.

Discover, discuss, and carry on literature

The club caters to two age groups: children ages eight to twelve meet in the Children's Reading Club, while teenagers between twelve and eighteen gather in the Youth Reading Club. The focus is on current youth books that are read, discussed, and evaluated. Particularly successful new publications find their place at Auserlesen and shape the selection for the Landshut Youth Book Prize. This way, reading becomes a cultural process in which judgment, linguistic intuition, and reading promotion come together.

A place with history and presence

The Salzstadel in Steckengasse is one of the prominent addresses in the Landshut cultural scene. The historic venue is located in the city center and is suitable for readings, lectures, and smaller cultural formats. For young readers, this environment creates a special mix of urban space, concentration, and open encounters. The atmosphere remains deliberately accessible: simply drop by, join in, and read along.

Reading culture with social value

Especially in a time when attention is often fragmented, this reading club sets a counter-sign. It strengthens literary education, promotes the exchange of contemporary literature, and makes it clear how vibrant children's and youth literature can be. Participants not only experience books but also the dynamics of a community that talks about characters, themes, and narrative forms. This gives the format a special authority within the local literary scene.

Conclusion: An appointment for curious young readers

Anyone who wants to experience literature not alone but in conversation will find an inspiring meeting point in the Children's and Youth Reading Club. Admission is free, and no registration is required. On July 16, 2026, the exchange begins at 5:00 PM in the Salzstadel – ideal for everyone who wants to discover new books and contribute their opinion in a lively author encounter with the literary culture of the city.