Attention holidaymakers! Important travel advice for Croatia 2025!

Attention holidaymakers! Important travel advice for Croatia 2025!

Croatia will remain one of Europe's most popular travel destinations in 2025. The Federal Foreign Office recently published important travel advice that is important for both holidaymakers and locals. These notices point out that areas with landmines continue to exist in Croatia, particularly in eastern and western Slavonia and on the border with Bosnia and Herzegovina. Holidaymakers should therefore urgently not leave roads and paths and pay attention to warning signs or yellow plastic strips in order to minimize their personal risk.

Particular caution is also required when it comes to nature in summer. Forest and bush fires often occur in the warm months and can also affect tourist areas. Holidaymakers are asked to observe the current advice from local authorities and follow warnings. Croatia is also located in a seismically active region, which is why smaller earthquakes are possible. Despite these risks, Croatia is considered a safe holiday destination as long as the advice from the Foreign Office is followed. Ruhr24 reports in detail on these security aspects.

Entry and practical tips

Croatia has been part of the Schengen area since 2023, which is why entry is easy for EU citizens with a valid ID card or passport. To make their stay as pleasant as possible, travelers should note that the euro has been the official means of payment since the beginning of 2023; the kuna was replaced. Credit cards such as Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club are accepted in most stores. However, it is advisable to withdraw cash from ATMs using a German debit card or credit card.

In addition, temporary border controls may take place at the land border with Slovenia. Travelers should inform themselves in advance about the current entry regulations from authorities or tour operators. The Foreign Office website provides comprehensive information to take with you.

Safety and Health

Security in Croatia is relatively high, but travelers should also pay attention to information about demonstrations and protests, which, although mostly peaceful, can result in violent clashes. Holidaymakers are advised to avoid large gatherings of people. Street crime is low in tourist areas, but valuables should always be kept safe and cashless payments should be used frequently.

Healthcare in Croatia is good, and acute medical treatment is possible with the European Health Insurance Card. There are no compulsory vaccinations for entry, but it is recommended to keep standard vaccinations up to date and to consider travel vaccinations against hepatitis A, B, rabies and TBE.

Croatia is a diverse country with a lot to offer, but travelers should pay attention to safety tips to make their stay as pleasant and safe as possible. Taking these tips into account will help you enjoy a carefree vacation.