2nd International Conference on Universities and Cultural Routes

Lugano, Switzerland
The European Institute of Cultural Routes invites you to participate in the 2nd International Conference on Universities and Cultural Routes, taking place in November 2026 in Lugano, Switzerland.

About the Conference

2nd International Conference on Universities and Cultural Routes

The European Institute of Cultural Routes (EICR) and the Università della Svizzera italiana, with the support of the Compostela Group of Universities (Chair of the University Network), are pleased to announce the 2nd International Conference on Universities and Cultural Routes that will take place on 12–13 November in Lugano, Switzerland.

This conference takes place within the framework of activities organised by the EICR in cooperation with the University Network for Cultural Routes Studies. Composed of more than 35 universities and academic institutions across Europe, the network aims to promote research on Cultural Routes of the Council of Europe, foster academic activities in the field, and offer scientific advice where required.

The 2nd International Conference aims to advance research, strengthen academic collaboration, and promote knowledge on Cultural Routes and their role in fostering European identity.

Important information

All working sessions throughout the conference will be held in English.

The call for registrations, alongside the full event program, registration fees, and recommended local accommodation options, will be published on the Università della Svizzera italiana and Cultural Routes of the Council of Europe websites shortly.

Please keep in mind that attendees are responsible for covering their own travel and accommodation costs.

For any additional information, please contact: contact@culture-routes.lu