Winter Tyres in Croatia
Quick answer: Yes. Winter tyres are compulsory in Croatia from 15 November to 15 April (on major roads). On major roads, winter equipment is compulsory from 15 November to 15 April whatever the weather. On other roads, winter tyres or chains are compulsory in winter conditions, when the road is covered with snow or ice. Today: Not in force until 15 Nov.
The rule
On major roads, winter equipment is compulsory from 15 November to 15 April whatever the weather. On other roads, winter tyres or chains are compulsory in winter conditions, when the road is covered with snow or ice.
What tyres count
Winter tyres (M+S) on all wheels, or summer tyres with at least 4 mm tread plus snow chains in the car, ready to fit on the drive wheels.
Snow chains
Must be carried if you use summer tyres. Buses and lorries must use chains on driven wheels or M+S winter tyres.
Studded tyres
Not allowed.
Fine
Not confirmed. Check the official source below.
Lorries, buses and heavy vehicles
Buses and lorries must carry snow chains or have M+S winter tyres on the driven wheels.
Tips for visiting drivers
The coast is often mild, but the A1 motorway crosses the mountains at Lika and Gorski kotar: carry chains or fit winter tyres from mid-November.
Notes: Your Europe page last checked by the EU on 18/09/2024.
Official source and last check
Your Europe (European Union): road rules in Croatia · CC BY 4.0 · last checked
Not confirmed on an official page: fine. We show "Not confirmed" rather than guess.
This is general information, not legal advice. Rules change and local signs always apply; check the official source before you travel. "Right now" is worked out from today's date and the dates above; where the rule depends on snow, ice or signs, it applies only when those are present.
Check the road and the weather
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