The Croatian city of Split is introducing a ban from summer 2026 on the sale of alcohol in stores and supermarkets between 8 PM and 6 AM to curb noisy and drunken behavior from tourists.
The Croatian city of Split is planning to introduce a ban on the sale of alcohol in shops and supermarkets between 8:00 PM and 6:00 AM during the summer season of 2026. They want to curb undesirable behavior from drunk tourists in the city center, as reported by DailyMail.
This news is part of measures they’ve adopted to improve the quality of life for residents and enhance the tourist experience, especially in historical areas.
The decision was made by the mayor, who called encounters with noisy and intoxicated visitors "unacceptable.” He also confirmed that the ban won't apply to bars, clubs, and restaurants. These places will still be able to sell and serve alcohol to their customers after 8:00 PM.
This move is part of a broader trend of empowering local governments. The entire Republic of Croatia aims to apply alcohol sale reforms as part of changes to the trade law.
The new measure reflects the effort to preserve cultural identity and tranquility in Split's historic center, which is one of the most visited tourist destinations. Discussions about extending these measures to other parts of the city are ongoing.
The goal of the reform is to find a balance between nightlife and the everyday peace of local residents.
