What you need to know about Croatia!

We provide you with everything you need to know about arguably the most exciting country in Europe. And no, we did not make a typo. Croatia has a staggering 1,244 islands (!). Discover Croatia and book the perfect villa in Croatia!

Geography

• Population: 4.3 million
• Capital: Zagreb (800,000 inhabitants)
  • The city is also the most important economic hub and forms the cultural and academic center of Croatia.
• Number of islands: 1244
  • The largest islands are Cres and Krk, the highest island is Brac, and the longest is Hvar Island. About 60 islands are inhabited.

Area

• Mainland: 56,594 km²
• Territorial sea: 31,479 km²

Coastline length

• Mainland: 6,278 km
• Islands: 4,398 km

Climate

Croatia consists of three climate zones:

• Inland: temperate-continental climate above 1200m
• Mountain climate: You can go skiing here in winter!
• Adriatic coast: Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summer days; winters are mild and wet.

Currency

The official currency is Kuna. You can exchange money at banks, post offices, exchange offices, and many travel agencies. Credit cards are accepted in almost all hotels, restaurants, shopping markets, and marinas. You can find all other useful information in our guide article on Currency in Croatia.

Travel Documents

A passport or identification document must be carried for entry. Attention: No driver's license, health insurance card, or other documents will be accepted. The document must also be valid for the duration of the trip.

Tourism Tax

Every tourist must register with the Ministry of Tourism for the duration of their stay in Croatia and pay a tourist tax. The manager or owner of the accommodation will register you, and payment must be made in cash on-site. The fee is usually €1 per day per adult and 50 cents for children aged 12 to 18. The exact amounts may vary slightly!

On the Go

1. Carry a charged mobile phone with you
2. Bring enough drinking water!
3. Protect nature, leave no waste behind
4. Wear appropriate, weatherproof clothing and footwear
5. Sunscreen with high SPF
6. Pay attention to weather forecasts
7. Be cautious with open flames, especially cigarette butts

Important Phone Numbers

• International dialing code: +385
• Emergency: 112
• Police: 192
• Fire department: 193
• Medical emergency: 194
• Maritime search and rescue: 195

Sights to See!

8 National Parks

• Brijuni Islands: A group of two large and 12 small islands off the west coast of Istria.
• Kornati: The densest archipelago in the Mediterranean with a total of 89 islands, islets, and rocks.
• Krka: The most beautiful karst river in Croatia.
• Mljet: Island southwest of Dubrovnik.
• Paklenica: National park on the south side of the Velebit mountain range.
• Risnjak: A forested mountain massif north of Rijeka.
• Northern Velebit: Valuable landscape part of the Velebit peak region.
• Plitvice Lakes: The most famous Croatian national park, UNESCO World Natural Heritage.

11 Nature Parks

• Biokovo: Massive mountain range above the Makarska Riviera.
• Kopacki rit: Large swamp area at the confluence of the Drava and Danube rivers.
• Lonjsko polje: The largest protected swamp area in the Danube basin.
• Medvednica: Mountain range near Zagreb.
• Papuk: Slavonian mountain, member of the UNESCO Geopark network.
• Telascica: On Dugi Otok.
• Velebit: The largest protected area in Croatia.
• Ucka: Mountain in eastern Istria.
• Vransko jezero: Largest natural lake in Croatia.
• Zumberak: Mountain southwest of Zagreb.
• Lastovo Archipelago: Island group in southern Dalmatia.

UNESCO World Heritage: Cultural Properties

• Old Town of Dubrovnik
• The Historical Complex of Split with the Palace of Diocletian
• Euphrasian Basilica in Porec
• Cathedral of St. James in Sibenik
• Historic City of Trogir

UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Natural Properties

• Plitvice Lakes National Park