What's it Like to Drive in Croatia?

Going to Croatia and wanting to drive? Watch this video. I drove in Croatia during the pandemic and it was unforgettable. This video answers the question "What is it like to drive in Croatia?". Don't miss this one.

[@davorbevandic2041]

Thank you for this video and nice comments. It is good even for us, croatian citizens, that someone reminds us from time to time how beautiful Croatia is.

[@nerdgasmicadventures8700]

I loved it there. I will be visiting again as soon as possible. Thank You!

[@ayongkot]

I drove from Venice to Mali Lošinj last August 2021 and Croatia suits my driving, I go pretty fast on highways but careful on tight roads.

[@nerdgasmicadventures8700]

You definitely get a healthy mix of highways and tight roads in Croatia. I loved both in Croatia, as long as I didn't try to back up on the tight roads. 😀

[@AustrianDashcam]

Nice Scenic Shots. But Jadranska Magistrale (D8 Coast-Line) isn't a Highway. This is just a Country Road and normaly its Limited to 100 km/h [62 mph] outside of Cities and about 50 km/h [31 mph] inside Cities. There used to be a lot of accidents, so the limit was often lowered to 60-70 km/h [37-43 mph]. Motorways/Highways in Croatia, like in many other countries, are marked with an A. e.g. A1, A3, A8.... (Autocesta) and on the most of them have 2 or 3 Lanes per Direction and u can drive around 130km/h [80 mph]....

[@nerdgasmicadventures8700]

Thank you for the additional information. In the USA many two-lane roads are considered highways, even the Country Road, just a bit different terminology. Your information was definitely helpful though, I appreciate it.

[@zb10948]

It is actually a highway en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adriatic_Highway Our autoceste are motorways. It's same as in America

[@KeksKeksmann]

@@zb10948 Motorway is the british version for highway i think, correct me if im wrong.

[@oliva1745]

You passed by my house!❤️ I miss my homeland…🥹

[@nerdgasmicadventures8700]

I would love to have a home in Croatia!

[@titibobo2000]

Thank you for the nice video. One advice for slow sightseeing drivers, wherever you drive: please check your rear view mirrors every so often and stop aside at a suitable spot to let the accumulated row of cars behind you pass by.

[@nerdgasmicadventures8700]

Thanks for the tip!

[@robertbabic80]

Good day! Next time when you visit Croatia, try to drive along the coast from Istria (int airport Pula) lets say from city of Rovinj and then drive towards Dubrovnik. If you have time visit islands Krk-Cres-Mali Losinj and Pag (from NW to SE). From city of Senj towards Starigrad including island of Pag, you can find many locations where car companies are testing or making comercials for their new products. You also have beautiful highway from Rijeka towards Zagreb, beautiful road through mountain region from Zadar towards Zagreb, beautiful roads through continental parts. Regarding cliffs next to roads/highways, we have road patrols operating on daily basis which check and clean the roads of any rock or similar on the road. Brgds

[@nerdgasmicadventures8700]

Thank you for the info. Returning to Croatia is definitely on my list. Island hopping is what I had planned last time, but only got to visit Korcula, which was well worth it. I find Croatia to be extraordinarily beautiful.

[@SandeepM8]

Wow..Thanks Robert, I was searching for some kind of guide and you helped me a lot by this. 👍👍

[@robertbabic80]

@@SandeepM8 Majority of tourists visiting Croatia are visiting same places. There are many other hidden gems. If you need more help about anything in Croatia please ask.

[@AustrianDashcam]

U also can start from Triest or Ljubljana, over Rijeka, down to Senj, Zadar, Šibenik and Split. Visit the Old Town of Split, there are also spottet places from Game of Thrones.

[@oliva1745]

Most of our roads are protected by hard nets. Against rocks. So its not dangerous at all! :)

[@nerdgasmicadventures8700]

I feel like Croatia is very safe. I loved every minute I was there.

[@apartmentsmiroslavvojnovic3302]

Driving along the coastline with spectacular view...Hello from Split riviera!

[@nerdgasmicadventures8700]

Love the "Split Riviera" a hidden gem and one of the most beautiful places on the planet for a drive!

[@apartmentsmiroslavvojnovic3302]

Happy to hear that! New Omis bridge over the Cetina canyon will be ended soon 😊👍. Wishing you lovely weekend, kind regards from beautiful Dalmatia!

[@nerdgasmicadventures8700]

I kind of enjoyed the short trip through Bosnia-Herzegovina...haha!

[@apartmentsmiroslavvojnovic3302]

😊😊👍

[@nerdgasmicadventures8700]

Could you send me information about your apartments at [e-mail]

[@Edits-2013-u3]

This video is cool

[@LobbySurfer]

Hey thanks for the informative video! Im curious how you film the driving?

[@nerdgasmicadventures8700]

I have a mount that I put on the inside of my windshield and it holds my smartphone. I just place it towards the window and press record.

[@lavishalthani]

Can someone mention the NAME OF BEACH AND VILLAGE we saw in video in last 5 min.I loved it. wanna buy a property in this VILLAGE with BEACH

[@nerdgasmicadventures8700]

This is on the Peljesac Peninsula in Croatia, there are two villages, one is called Loviste and the other is Viganj and they are both beautiful places.

[@jamro217]

What a great tour! Thanks.

[@nerdgasmicadventures8700]

Thank You! Croatia is a country well-worth the visit!

[@jamro217]

@@nerdgasmicadventures8700 I hope to someday.

[@traveloc]

Greetings from Southern California, I am watching your driving video clip in Croatia, thank you for all the driving tips. We (2) females are going to Croatia In October. We are thinking of getting a rental car to drive from Dubrovnik to Split. I am a bit concern knowing that we will have to cross Bosnia border, am seeking your advise on whether its a good idea for 2 females driving a 4-4.5 hrs trip. Shall we take the coastal route, D8-414 or the big highway? Any advices are greatly appreciated. Chris

[@nerdgasmicadventures]

As long as you're together you should be fine. That border crossing is easy to get through. Once you're past it, stay on the coastal road for a scenic drive. The other way is quicker, but all highway and not as scenic. 🙂

[@traveloc]

@@nerdgasmicadventures Thank you!

[@Cyricist001]

There's a bridge now, no need to enter Bosnia.

[@nerdgasmicadventures8700]

I didn't know they finished that bridge. Thank you. That simplifies things immensely!

[@traveloc]

@@Cyricist001 Would you please kindly advise me on which highway, route to get on from Dubronik to split which also allowed us to see the coast and Not going thru Bosnia border. Thank you very much

[@SandeepM8]

Thanks for this video. I am planning to go Sept last week and was searching on the driving experience. This video helped!!! Just a question - Will I get honked if driving a bit slow?

[@nerdgasmicadventures8700]

Thank You! The end of September is the perfect time to go. I love the temperature at that time of the year! Good Luck!

[@rastiq4206]

@@nerdgasmicadventures8700 End od September? its cold... best time ist 10-20 July

[@nerdgasmicadventures8700]

Croatia gets really busy in July, crowded and full of people, it can also be very warm/hot in July. I recommended the end of September or October to avoid crowds/crowded roadways and for a more mild temperature. Visiting in July is fine, but to avoid the crowds try September.

[@TheFikfreak]

enjoy my country soon man. you can drive safe and fast even, we have nice roads in general and some great highways, good luck

[@DataLog]

Maybe by locals. They drive pretty fast on these roads because they're used to them. As a Croatian tourist, I also can't keep up all the time when I get to these tight places, but locals will be on your butt and try to overtake you. Just try to give them the opportunity to overtake you if you can.

[@deec70]

May i ask which Rental company you chose? Looking to rent as well for September

[@nerdgasmicadventures]

Budget. Get insurance when you get there, if you purchase from 3rd-party they'll put a 1k hold on your credit card.

[@traveloc]

@@nerdgasmicadventures Please help Do we book thru Budget here in the US, we will certainly buy CDW, but what about Liability? Whom to buy Liability Coverage from? What do you mean bu “third party?” Thank you! Chris

[@nerdgasmicadventures]

@@traveloc I usually get my car rentals Priceline. They offer insurance (3rd party), but it's better if you purchase your insurance through the rental company directly. If you purchase your insurance from someone other than the car rental company they often put a large hold on your credit card.

[@traveloc]

@@nerdgasmicadventures Thank you!

[@nerdgasmicadventures8700]

That means get the insurance when you arrive (I am K Houk from above). You get it when you arrive to avoid the hold on your credit card. Budget ahead of time for it, but pay upon arrival.

[@earthquake1011]

Are you able to confirm if an American driver license is accepted? Plus can you get automatic?

[@nerdgasmicadventures8700]

American drivers licenses are accepted and I was able to get an automatic when I rented there.

[@Mafzalalii]

❤u bro

[@era.v]

Is very special

[@bvonm9557]

Few years ago I've read that the Jadranska Magistrala (D8 Coast-Line) is considered to be in top 30 beautiful roads to drive at in Europe.

[@nerdgasmicadventures8700]

I'm going to guess that is in the top 5. Some of the drives I've read about, that they tout as being the "best" don't hold a candle.

[@Flamingoreem]

Did you need gbs garmin or just using google map ?

[@nerdgasmicadventures8700]

I used Google Maps. It rarely fails me.

[@anamariapimenta5988]

Agree 100%, must enjoy all this beauty! Hope to visit next year, thank you for the tips!👍

[@nerdgasmicadventures8700]

Have fun, it's an amazing country.

[@rachelspencer5056]

Hi, you might know me

[@rachelspencer5056]

I watched the video. It’s a really pretty place.

[@rachelspencer5056]

I wish to go someday

[@nerdgasmicadventures8700]

Of course I know you!

[@rachelspencer5056]

Lol

[@samkitty5894]

Croatia has more than just its fantastic coast line. Interior is easy to drive in. Coastal cities were built centuries before the cars were invented. You don't really expect them to put in the roads now, and destroy the history for commercialism... This would only happen in America, country where one can do anything and everything if you have the money. I hope Croatia doesn't become the prostitute of the E.U.

[@nerdgasmicadventures8700]

I agree, Croatia is so much more than the coast. I just really loved the coast, I'm from Arizona and landlocked, the sea calls to me. I love Croatia and plan to come back.

[@jmw0368]

The English word ‘Anyway’ most certainly doesn’t end with an ‘s’…..FFS! 🙄

[@nerdgasmicadventures8700]

Somebody does a video on driving in Croatia and your comment is about the word "anyways"? Must be hard up for trolling.

[@oliva1745]

@@nerdgasmicadventures8700 Its called jealousy. Probably englishman…

[@KeksKeksmann]

@@nerdgasmicadventures8700 I agree. I mean, what kind of perfectionist does someone have to be to look for English grammar mistakes in a video about driving in Croatia?

[@belmordok3661]

Come to Slavonia, the easter region of Croatia

[@nerdgasmicadventures8700]

Not sure how soon I can do it, but I would love to visit that region!

[@antonioserdar88]

@@nerdgasmicadventures8700 that region is like mix of texas and kentucky in Croatia😂😂

[@fapmashina1]

Great video but I have to point out Croatia has also another - continental half of the country that has cities with completely different streets that are much wider. For instance, Croatian capital Zagreb has many wide avenues and wide streets likewise other, esp. larger continental cities and towns. Even mentality of people in continental Croatia tends to be somewhat different.

[@nerdgasmicadventures8700]

Good point and good information. I haven't been deeper than the Dalmatian Coast. Another video for another time perhaps?

[@fapmashina1]

@@nerdgasmicadventures8700 Certainly you should check out continental Croatia next time since this part of the country is very often neglected by tourists although it has huge number of amazing cities like Zagreb, Varazdin, Osijek, Vukovar, Djakovo, Ilok, Slavonski Brod..., astonishing medieval castles like Trakoscan and Veliki Tabor, national parks and nature reserves like Plitvice lakes, Kopacki Rit, beautiful traditional villages like Kumrovec - birthplace of the Josip Broz Tito, villages in beautiful Baranja region and it goes on and on! Yes, these parts of Croatia don't have sea and beaches but I'm sure that there has to be much more than just that. Also, one has to try also very tasty continental gastronomy that is much different than coastal predominantly Mediterranean one, enjoy in great vines... Ps. Continental Croatia usually tends to have lower prices and less crouds!