Internet & Wi-Fi
Croatia has surprisingly good digital infrastructure. Even on remote islands, you usually get 4G reception.
EU Roaming
Since June 2017, Roam Like at Home applies throughout the EU — including Croatia. You use your German, Austrian, or Swiss (note: Switzerland is not EU!) mobile package without extra charge. Calls, SMS, and mobile data are included in your plan.
Wi-Fi
- Hotels & Apartments: Almost everywhere offers free Wi-Fi, quality varies greatly — often faster in boutique hotels than in large resorts
- Restaurants & Cafes: In cities (Zagreb, Split, Dubrovnik), most cafes offer Wi-Fi, ask for the password
- Public: Many cities have free Wi-Fi on main squares and promenades (e.g., Dubrovnik's Stradun, Zadar's Riva, Split's Riva)
Local SIM Cards
For long stays or Swiss travelers (no EU roaming), a Croatian prepaid SIM is worthwhile. The three major providers:
- A1 Hrvatska — best network coverage even on small islands
- T-Mobile (Hrvatski Telekom) — good network, tourist SIM packages
- Telemach — cheapest data volume, network good in cities, patchy on islands
Prepaid SIMs are available in telecom shops, kiosks (Tisak, iNovine), and at the airport. Costs: from approx. €5–10 with 5–10 GB data. Bring ID for registration!
💡 Tipp
Download the <strong>offline maps</strong> from Google Maps or Maps.me before your trip. On the islands and in the national parks, reception can be weak — and you still want to find the way to the secret swimming bay.