30 Years of the Europa-Forum Wachau: A Meeting Place for Europe's Future
From May 18 to 22, 2026, a special anniversary will take place in Lower Austria. The Europa-Forum Wachau is celebrating its 30th birthday. For three decades, the event has been considered one of the most important platforms for political dialogue in Europe.
The forum brings decision-makers from across the European Union to the Wachau region. The goal of the event is to discuss current challenges and the future of Europe. At a time when international cooperation is particularly important, the forum offers a protected space for exchange between politicians, experts, and representatives of society.
For Austria, the forum is of great importance, as it strengthens the region as a center for diplomatic talks. Participants discuss topics such as security, the economy, and the development of the EU. Through the discussions in the Wachau, new impetus is to be given to European policy.
The anniversary underscores the success of the format, which has grown over the years. Numerous guests from both home and abroad are expected at this year's edition to deliberate together on Europe's path in the coming years.