To remember the past is to create a better future
The LRE Foundation is a growing international, inclusive network that connects people and organisations dedicated to preserving and valorising the tangible and intangible cultural heritage related to World War II, its memory and meaning. The organisation’s main objective is to make this history relevant and accessible, especially for the younger generations.
Each year, the annual LRE Forum organised by the LRE Foundation brings together members, partners and tourism stakeholders to hear updates from experts, network, and attend specialised travel trade events.
The 2025 edition will take place in Krakow, Poland from March 10 – 13 2025.
Our projects
The LRE Foundation engages in several projects and activities, with a focus on remembrance and the youth.
Network & membership
The LRE Foundation has a large network of members and partners throughout Europe and North America from remembrance institutions to travel trade operators and tour guides.
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The LRE Foundation needs your support to pursue the development of the Liberation Route Europe, preserve the heritage of the World War II and keep this shared memory alive.
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LRE Foundation enhances visibility at key networking events across Europe
As the LRE Foundation continues its mission to expand the Liberation Route Europe project, our team recently took part in several major European networking events,
First Active Remembrance Youth Exchange –Battle of the Scheldt
Last week, a motivated group of young participants joined the four-day program of the first exchange “Battle of the Scheldt” which occurred 80 years ago
The LRE Foundation is proud to announce three new EU-Funded Projects
We are thrilled to announce the launch of three new projects funded by the European Union, which will start later this autumn. The projects, developed
LibRE is the biannual digital magazine of the LRE Foundation. It contains interviews, guest contributions and articles about WWII heritage, remembrance and memory, as well as updates on the LRE Foundation and its partners.
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