New alcohol curfew will affect Canadians visiting popular European city
Canadians who plan on visiting a popular destination in Europe this summer can expect a ban on alcohol sales after a certain time.
Split, the second-largest city in Croatia, will be restricting the sale of alcohol in shops and liquor stores starting this summer, reported local news outlet net.hr.
It will be the first city in Croatia to ban the sale of alcohol from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. and a part of a growing number of cities in Europe implementing limits on alcohol sales.
Split Mayor Tomislav SĢuta announced the new rule earlier this month. It still needs to be voted on in the city council, reported net.hr.
The curfew on alcohol sales will initially be implemented in shops in the city centre.
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“It is precisely here that situations arise that impair the safety and quality of life of tenants, and the possibility of such rules being extended to other parts of Split is not ruled out,” SĢuta told net.hr, adding that sights of drunken tourists in the heart of the city are “unacceptable.”
However, this doesn’t mean that you won’t be able to enjoy an evening cocktail in the vacation hot spot in Europe.
The ban on alcohol sales from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. will not apply to restaurants, clubs, or bars.
“We want the quality of guests to be at a higher level and for everyone to feel good in Split. The goal is to eliminate those late-night scenes from the very center of the city,” stated Å uta.
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According to local publication Tportal, the public intoxication issue in Split, which gained a reputation as a “party destination” in Europe, is evident in the data. In 2025, approximately 800 fines were issued for drunk and disorderly conduct, which will cost you ā¬300 (C$484)
Split’s decision to restrict alcohol has inspired other cities in Croatia to implement regulations, reported Tportal.
It isn’t the only major city in Europe to introduce alcohol sale restrictions. Last year, Porto, Portugal, implemented an alcohol sale curfew starting at 9 p.m.