Registrations are officially open for the LRE Forum 2027! From 8 to 11 March, the LRE Foundation’s annual international gathering will take place in Pilsen, Czech Republic, bringing together professionals and organisations working in WWII remembrance, heritage and remembrance tourism.
Organised by the LRE Foundation in partnership with the City of Pilsen and the Pilsen Region, the Forum offers four days of discussions, networking opportunities, professional exchanges and visits to significant historical sites.
Register now for the LRE Forum 2027
Discover the LRE Forum 2027 Programme
This year’s LRE Forum combines networking opportunities with a programme exploring contested WWII narratives and the future direction of the LRE network.
On 9 March, the LRE Member Seminar will focus on our Strategy LRE 2030, exploring the Foundation’s long-term vision and opportunities for members to shape future projects. Through dedicated Member Pitches, participants will also have the opportunity to present their own initiatives, share best practices and propose ideas for collaboration across the network. The seminar will also feature two parallel workshops, focusing on developing meaningful and sustainable WWII routes and youth perspectives on remembrance.
The afternoon’s LRE Conference, titled “Whose Liberation? Whose Memory? Hidden, Contested and Difficult WWII Narratives in Europe Today“, will examine how underrepresented histories, divided memories and contested interpretations of the Second World War continue to shape European societies.
The day will conclude with the LRE Gala, a dinner held in the beautiful Burgher’s Hall at Měšťanská beseda, dedicated to celebrating the network and welcoming its newest members. The evening will bring together LRE Foundation members and invited partners to connect and celebrate their shared commitment to remembrance. Participation is by invitation only, and registration is mandatory.
On 10 March, LREXPO 2027 will bring together LRE Foundation members, partners and tour operators from Europe and North America to develop new collaborations and explore opportunities in remembrance tourism.
The programme also includes networking events and guided site visits on 10–11 March, featuring the Patton Memorial Pilsen, the Lidice Memorial and a guided tour of Prague. International tour operators will also have the opportunity to join a FAM Trip organized with the support of Visit Pilsen and Visit the Pilsen Region to discover the historical sites and tourism opportunities in the Pilsen and Prague areas.
Pilsen and Its Second World War History
The host city of Pilsen holds a significant place in European WWII history. Home to the Škoda Works, one of the largest armaments producers in Central Europe, the city became a target of repeated Allied bombing raids in 1944 and 1945. Liberated by American troops on 6 May 1945, Pilsen continues to commemorate this moment through its annual Liberation Festival.
With its rich historical and cultural heritage, Pilsen provides a meaningful setting to reflect on the different experiences and legacies of liberation across Europe.
Register Now and Secure Your Place
Registration for the LRE Forum 2027 is now open. Participants are invited to register individually for each event they wish to attend.
Please note that some events are open to the wider public, while others are reserved for LRE Foundation members, invited partners or participating tour operators. We encourage you to check the participation requirements for each activity before registering.
Some activities, particularly the guided site visits, have limited capacity. Early registration is therefore strongly recommended.
Following registration, participants will receive information about selected hotels in Pilsen offering special accommodation rates.
Explore the full programme and register for the LRE Forum 2027
We look forward to welcoming you to Pilsen in March 2027!
