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Split Proposes Nighttime Alcohol Sales Ban for Public Health

2/20/2026

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Split, Croatia's second-largest city, proposes a ban on alcohol sales from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. to improve public health and preserve heritage.
Economy Minister Ante Šušnjar announced the plan.
Licensed venues such as bars and nightclubs would be exempt from the ban.
The move, following Prague's nighttime ban to address noise and safety concerns, could take effect this summer.

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Split, Croatia's second-largest city, proposes a ban on alcohol sales from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. to improve public health and preserve heritage.
Economy Minister Ante Šušnjar announced the plan.
Licensed venues such as bars and nightclubs would be exempt from the ban.
The move, following Prague's nighttime ban to address noise and safety concerns, could take effect this summer.