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 2022 edition took place in Normandy in April. Stay tune for more inforation about the 2023 edition!
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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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The Home Army Museum in Krakow joins the LRE Foundation Network
The LRE Foundation is delighted to announce that the Home Army Museum in Krakow (Muzeum Armii Krajowej) has joined its network. With the signature of
New Liberation Route Europe theme routes in Limburg explore the liberation of the province
The Dutch province of Limburg becomes part of the international Liberation Route Europe hiking trails system with unique themed routes dedicated to its liberation. The
The LRE Foundation’s Historical Advisory Board welcomes three new members
The LRE Foundation is delighted to introduce three new members to its Historical Advisory Board: Prof. Katja Makhotina, Prof. Kees Ribbens, and Dr. Benoît Niederkorn.
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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