From 23 to 26 June 2025 young participants from all over Europe travelled to Caen in Normandy to discover the history of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy 81 years after this turning point in World War II. This study trip to France constitutes the fourth edition of the highly successful Active Remembrance Youth Program […]| LRE Foundation
The Preserving the Past, Securing the Future (PPSF) project is now accepting applications for its international training programme on sustainability for WWII remembrance and cultural heritage institutions. This programme is aimed at professionals working within cultural heritage and remembrance tourism organisations, such as heritage sites, interpretation centres and museums. This is a unique opportunity to […] The post Applications Open: Join the PPSF Training Programme on Sustainable WWII...| LRE Foundation
The LRE Foundation is delighted to announce that the LRE Forum 2026 will take place from 9 to 12 March across two historic cities — Arnhem and Nijmegen — in the Province of Gelderland. This 10th edition will give participants the chance to experience both cities, each deeply connected to Europe’s liberation history and to […] The post The LRE Forum returns in 2026, celebrating its 10th edition in Arnhem and Nijmegen appeared first on LRE Foundation.| LRE Foundation
A new hiking trail commemorating the contribution of the Canadians in the liberation of the Overijssel’s region from Nazi occupation was officially launched this week in Holten, as part of the Liberation Route Europe. 80 years after the end of occupation in the Dutch province, a commemorative event was organised at the Canadian War Cemetery […] The post A new set of hiking trails have been launched along the Liberation Route: Discover the Canadian Trails in Overijssel appeared first on LR...| LRE Foundation
Between 7 and 8 October, the Art of Remembrance artists came together in Brussels for a mid-point workshop part of the EU-funded project led by Tempora and developed together with a consortium of six partners including the LRE Foundation. The workshop brought together the project’s artists, who exchanged first impressions on their host sites and […] The post Art of Remembrance Artist Workshop: a Creative Journey in Progress appeared first on LRE Foundation.| LRE Foundation
During September, other three successful youth exchanges were carried out in the framework of the Active Remembrance Youth Program, involving young history enthusiasts from all over Europe. Participants had the chance to connect with stories, places and monuments of the Second World War in countries ranging from the Netherlands, Belgium and France to Italy. Here are some highlights […]| LRE Foundation
The LRE Foundation, in collaboration with LRE France, has officially launched seven new themed routes in Normandy. The project is part of the development of the Liberation Route Europe network, and its trails traverse cities and towns in Northwest France. The idea behind the project is to shed light on the stories of battles, civilians […]| LRE Foundation
After four years of dedicated service, Ed Kronenburg is stepping down from his role as Chair of the Supervisory Board of the LRE Foundation. A distinguished diplomat, with a career that included serving as the Dutch Ambassador to Paris and Beijing as well as Secretary General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ed brought his […] The post Farewell Interview with Ed Kronenburg: Reflecting on Four Years as Chair of the LRE Foundation Supervisory Board appeared first on LRE Foundation.| LRE Foundation
Today, Friday, September 5, a new cycling route was launched in the municipalities of Loon op Zand, Tilburg and Vught: the fourth in the series of Scottish Highlanders Cycling Routes, part of the international Liberation Route Europe network. Developed in collaboration with the municipalities of Loon op Zand, Tilburg and Vught, the 51-kilometer route takes […] The post Launch of New Scottish Highlanders Cycling Route as Part of Liberation Route Europe in Loon op Zand, Tilburg and Vught ...| LRE Foundation
The LRE Foundation announces a change within its International Supervisory Board, the body that oversees the Foundation’s management, activities, and financial accountability. After several years of valuable service, Herre Dijkema is stepping down from his position as a Board Member. Throughout his mandate, Herre contributed his time, knowledge and strategic thinking with remarkable dedication, helping […] The post Supervisory Board Update: a new member, and a fond farewell appeared f...| LRE Foundation
The LRE Foundation, in collaboration with LRE UK, and the University of Portsmouth has officially launched ‘Community in War- Scarred Portsmouth’ and ‘Dartmouth at War’, two new hiking routes as part of the Liberation Route Europe network. The trail follows the path and stories of both military and civilian life during the Second World War […] The post Two New Liberation Route Europe Hiking Trails Launched in Collaboration with the University of Portsmouth appeared first on LRE Foun...| LRE Foundation
The LRE Foundation is proud to welcome the Municipality of Pilea-Hortiatis as its member, marking another step forward in our mission to preserve and promote the memory of the Second World War across Europe. This collaboration not only strengthens our presence in Greece, but also highlights the shared commitment to safeguarding historical memory and transmitting […]| LRE Foundation
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 […]| LRE Foundation
Since 2023, Europe Remembers has been actively involved in commemorating the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War. Over the past year, our team has taken part in numerous events, exhibitions, and commemorations across Europe. We started in Sicily in July 2023 and continued in Normandy for the D-Day anniversary on 6 […]| LRE Foundation
