Croatia has invested significantly in accessibility in recent years, but there are still considerable gaps — especially in the historic old towns. What Works Well Modern hotels (from 4 stars) generally have accessible rooms and elevators Newer ferries from Jadrolinija are equipped for wheelchair a

Embassies & Consulates

In an emergency (loss of passport, arrest, serious accident), the embassy or consulate is your first point of contact. There are emergency numbers available outside office hours. 🇩🇪 German Embassy Zagreb Address: Ulica grada Vukovara 64, 10000 Zagreb Phone: +385 1 6300 100 Emergency outside offi

Croatia uses 230 V alternating current, 50 Hz — exactly like in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. The sockets are Type C (Europlug, two-pin) and Type F (Schuko with grounding). Travelers from the DACH region do not need an adapter. Travelers from the UK, the USA, or Australia need an adapter (Type

On holidays, banks, authorities, and many shops are closed. Supermarkets (Konzum, Spar, Lidl) have reduced hours or are completely closed. Restaurants and tourist facilities on the coast usually remain open during the season. DateHolidayNote January 1Nova godina (New Year)Everything closed Januar

Since January 1, 2023, the Euro (€) is the official currency of Croatia. The old Kuna (HRK) is history — you can no longer use it anywhere (only exchangeable at the Croatian National Bank until the end of 2025). Cash ATMs (Bankomat) can be found in every town — even on the islands. Pay attention t

Croatia is a healthily uncomplicated travel destination. There are no tropical diseases, tap water is drinkable, and medical care is good. Before the Trip No mandatory vaccinations for entry from the DACH region Recommended vaccinations (standard protection): Tetanus, Diphtheria, Hepatitis A — esp

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 extr

Croatia is a country of contrasts when it comes to LGBTQ+ acceptance. In Zagreb, the scene is vibrant and open, while on the coast and in the countryside, society is much more conservative. Legal Situation Homosexuality has been legal since 1977 Civil partnerships have been recognized since 2014 (

The good news: Croatian is spoken exactly as it is written. No silent letters, no exceptions. Once you learn the letters, you can pronounce any word. The Most Important Special Letters LetterPronunciationExampleSounds like čtsch (hard)čokolada (chocolate)Tschechia ćtj (soft)noć (night)soft tch, l

With these words and phrases, you'll manage any everyday situation. Croatians are thrilled when you try a few words of their language! Greetings & Farewells CroatianPronunciationGerman Bok!BokHello / Goodbye (informal, universal) Dobar danDOH-bar dahnGood day Dobro jutroDOH-bro YOO-troGood mornin

Dining out is a central social experience in Croatia. With these phrases, you'll order like a local. CroatianGerman Imam rezervacijuI have a reservation Stol za dvoje, molimA table for two, please Jelovnik, molimThe menu, please Što preporučujete?What do you recommend? Želim naručiti...I would li

In markets and small shops, a few Croatian sentences often lead to better prices — and always to a smile. CroatianGerman Koliko košta?How much does it cost? Koliko košta ovo?How much does this cost? Imate li...?Do you have...? Preskupo!Too expensive! Jeftino!Cheap! Mogu li probati?Can I try? Ovo

Whether you're asking for directions, buying a bus ticket, or looking for a ferry — these phrases will help you. CroatianGerman Gdje je...?Where is...? Kako doći do...?How do I get to...? LijevoLeft DesnoRight RavnoStraight ahead BlizuNearby DalekoFar Autobusna stanicaBus stop / Bus station Želje

Hopefully, you'll never need these phrases — but if you do, they can be crucial. CroatianGerman Upomoć!Help! Zovite policiju!Call the police! Zovite hitnu pomoć!Call an ambulance! Trebam liječnikaI need a doctor Gdje je bolnica?Where is the hospital? Gdje je ljekarna?Where is the pharmacy? Ozlije

You constantly need numbers — at the market, in the restaurant, when paying. Croatian numbers follow a logical structure. 1–20 NumberCroatianPronunciation 0nulaNOO-lah 1jedanYEH-dahn 2dvadvah 3tritree 4četiriTSCHEH-tee-ree 5petpeht 6šestschehst 7sedamSEH-dahm 8osamOH-sahm 9devetDEH-veht 10desetDE

Croatian menus can be a challenge — especially in authentic Konobas without English translations. This table is your cheat sheet for the restaurant. Meat (Meso) CroatianGermanInfo janjetinaLambOften on a spit (ispod peke), a specialty of the islands and the hinterland teletinaVeal- svinjetinaPork

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Travel Guide Croatia

Your Complete Travel Guide to the Pearl of the Adriatic

Capital:Zagreb

Language:Croatian

Currency:Euro (€) since 2023

Entry:EU Identity Card

Best Travel Time:May – September

Flight Time:1.5 – 2 hours

Last updated: 9 March 2026 · 15 Chapters · 96 Sections

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Planning· 2 Chapters

Chapter 1

Welcome to Croatia

7 Sections

Chapter 2

Arrival & Transport

5 Sections

Regions· 6 Chapters

Chapter 3

Zagreb

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Chapter 4

Istria

9 Sections · 1 Walking Tour

Chapter 5

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Chapter 6

Northern Dalmatia

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Chapter 7

Split & Central Dalmatia

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Understanding· 5 Chapters

Chapter 9

History of Croatia

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Chapter 10

Society & Culture

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Chapter 11

Food & Drink

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Chapter 12

Nature & Environment

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Chapter 13

Art & Architecture

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Regions at a Glance

Zagreb

Croatia's vibrant capital with café culture, museums, and the charming Upper Town.

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Zagreb

Istria

Croatia's Tuscany: truffles, olive oil, Venetian port towns, and picturesque hinterland.

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Kvarner Bay

Elegant Riviera and unspoiled islands between Istria and Dalmatia.

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Northern Dalmatia

Zadar, the Plitvice Lakes and Krka National Parks, plus the wild Kornati Islands.

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Split & Central Dalmatia

The heart of the Adriatic: Split with Diocletian's Palace, Hvar, Brač, Vis, and the Makarska Riviera.

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Dubrovnik & Southern Dalmatia

The Pearl of the Adriatic, Korčula, Mljet, and the vineyards of Pelješac.

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