Rivers and lakes for swimming in Croatia

A 73-kilometer river forming seven main waterfalls with natural pools where swimming is allowed in certain designated areas.

Waterway in central Croatia winding through wooded landscapes and providing several freshwater swimming locations.

River of Dalmatia that flows through deep canyons and offers swimming spots in its cool, clear waters.

Croatian section of the Danube forming the natural border with Serbia, passing through the plains of Slavonia over many kilometers.

Watercourse with clear waters crossing beech and spruce forests, offering natural swimming areas in a preserved environment.

Body of water located in the Croatian capital, equipped with specific zones for swimming and recreational activities, easily accessible from Zagreb city center.

Tributary of the Danube running through northern Croatia and forming natural fine sandy beaches along its banks.

Limestone river featuring 93 waterfalls and turquoise natural pools, popular for swimming, canoeing, and family-friendly water activities.

Waterway marking the border between Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina, known for the quality of its waters and opportunities for swimming in a protected natural setting.

River flowing through deep gorges and rocky canyons, offering swimming spots in clear, cool waters enjoyed by visitors.

Artificial lake created in the mountainous Gorski kotar region, bordered by dense vegetation and offering equipped areas for swimming and water sports.

Thermal body of water fed by natural hot springs, maintaining a constant temperature suitable for swimming throughout the year.

Artificial reservoir created for the needs of the city, with managed beaches, sports facilities, and relaxation spaces.

Artificial reservoir formed by the Peruća dam on the Cetina River, covering fifteen square kilometers in the Dalmatian hinterland.

Karst formation of geological origin located in a limestone depression with blue-tinted water depending on weather conditions.

Body of water located in a protected nature reserve, where surrounding forest vegetation provides a preserved natural setting for swimming.

Artificial body of water in the Slavonia plain, formed by hydraulic works on the Petnja River near Slavonski Brod.

Natural waterfall formed by the Zrmanja River, creating rocky pools and natural slides used for swimming and water activities.

Small reservoir lake located in the Kalnik hills, surrounded by oak and beech forests in the Podravina region.

Freshwater natural lake covering thirty square kilometers, designated as a nature park since 1999, located in Northern Dalmatia.

Freshwater body in the Podravina region, with fine sandy beaches and facilities for aquatic activities and summer leisure.

Karstic river fed by numerous underground springs, offering swimming areas with transparent, cool water throughout the year.

River passing through the Dubrovnik-Neretva region, forming a marshy delta with navigable branches and suitable freshwater swimming areas.

Stream that flows through the karst region and into lakes, forming several small natural waterfalls accessible to visitors.

Artificial lake built near the town of Fužine in the mountainous region of Gorski kotar, surrounded by conifers.

A 75-kilometer river forming deep gorges and natural pools suitable for swimming and fishing.

Lake system formed by natural travertine barriers, creating turquoise basins linked by multi-level waterfalls.

This saltwater lake on the island of Dugi Otok has a particularly high salinity that increases swimmers' buoyancy.

A 24-meter-high waterfall located on the Una River, offering natural pools for swimming and aquatic activities.

Artificial reservoir built in the Istrian peninsula to supply drinking water to nearby communities and allow various water activities.

Freshwater body in the northern Croatian hills, surrounded by woods and overlooked by a medieval castle.

Natural karst formation located in a rocky depression with vertical walls rising more than 280 meters above the water level.

Lake system made up of seven bodies of water connected by natural channels, stretching across several kilometers along the Adriatic coast.

Large saltwater body connected to the sea by a narrow channel, with higher temperatures compared to the surrounding marine waters.