The European Institute of Cultural Routes invites you to the 2nd Conference of the University Network for Cultural Routes Studies, held on 12–13 November 2026 in Lugano, Switzerland.

About the conference

The 2nd Conference of the University Network for Cultural Routes Studies, taking place from 12–13 November 2026, is organized and hosted by the European Institute of Cultural Routes in collaboration with the UNESCO Chair in ICT for the Development and Promotion of Sustainable Tourism in World Heritage Sites at USI – Università della Svizzera italiana, Lugano (Switzerland).

Call for papers

Everyone who would like to participate is invited to submit their proposal (maximum 500 words, in English) by 19 April 2026 via EasyChair. Categories include ongoing research (presentation only) and original research (eligible for an edited handbook). Presentations are expected to be in person.

As the European Cemeteries Route has been a certified Cultural Route of the Council of Europe since 2010, the Association of Significant Cemeteries in Europe (ASCE) encourages its representatives to attend the conference and present interesting topics.

Additional information

The full Call for Papers, containing details on themes, submission guidelines, and important dates, can be accessed on the ASCE website or via this LINK.

For any additional questions, contact the Conference Chairs Silvia De Ascaniis (silvia.de.ascaniis@usi.ch) or Lorenzo Cantoni (lorenzo.cantoni@usi.ch).