Croatia Geography and Maps
Covering a surface area of 56,594 square kilometres, Croatia borders Slovenia and Hungary to the north, Serbia to the east, Montenegro to the southeast, and Bosnia and Herzegovina to the east. The country has a coastline of 1,800 km (1,100 mi) as well as 1,246 islands. Along the coast is a multitude of beaches, coves, small bays and marinas. It has become an incredibly popular seaside tourist destination in Europe.
While there are mountains found in Croatia, it is the only country in southeastern Europe without a peak above 2,000 m (6561.68 ft). The Dinaric Alps host Dinara, the highest mountain in the country. It stands 1,831 m (6,007 ft) tall. The majority of Croatia is made up of lowlands, most of which don’t have elevations above 200 m (656.16 ft).
Located in the northwestern part of the country, along the Sava River, is Zagreb, the capital and largest city in Croatia. It is the only metropolitan area in Croatia with a population of over a million people.
Croatia Travel Information
At Goway we believe that a well-informed traveller is a safer traveller. With this in mind, we have compiled an easy-to-navigate travel information section dedicated to Croatia.
Learn about the history and culture of Croatia, the must-try food and drink, and what to pack in your suitcase. Read about Croatia's nature and wildlife, weather and geography, along with 'Country Quickfacts' compiled by our travel experts. Our globetrotting tips, as well as our visa and health information, will help ensure you're properly prepared for a safe and enjoyable trip. The only way you could possibly learn more is by embarking on your journey and discovering Croatia for yourself. Start exploring… book one of our Croatia tours today!
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