AERS | European Association Romea Strata

AERS

A CULTURAL AND HISTORICAL BRIDGE AT THE HEART OF EUROPE

The Romea Strata European Association – AERS – was established with the ambitious goal of rediscovering and enhancing the Romea Strata, an ancient pilgrimage route that originates in northeastern Europe, connecting the Baltic Sea to Rome. The Association’s objective is to once again make it a common heritage available for pilgrims and walkers, for the territories it traverses and the communities inhabiting them, and for future generations. AERS’s activities, by valuing Europe’s common cultural and spiritual roots, contribute to overcoming borders and differences in a commitment to reconciliation.

Founded in 2018, AERS currently has 56 members and is continuously expanding across the 7 countries traversed by the itinerary (Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Czech Republic, Austria, and Italy). The network is heterogeneous in order to properly serve all stakeholders and includes public administrations, non-profit organizations, universities, SMEs, and religious bodies. All members cooperate synergistically to promote the itinerary, highlighting its history, places of spirituality, rich cultural heritage, and the beauty of the landscapes and natural settings it crosses.

AERS firmly believes that the Romea Strata, with its transformative potential, can demonstrate the synergy between art, culture, and the principles of slow and sustainable tourism to improve individual and social well-being, contributing to healthier, more inclusive, and resilient communities across Europe.