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What is the cheapest car rental company in Zadar?
Over the past 72 hours, the lowest car-hire prices in Zadar came from Hertz (€11/day), Enterprise (€13/day) and Budget (€14/day). The cheapest of all was Hertz, Airport Terminal Zemunik Donji, 23000, Zadar, Croatia — about 2.6 miles from the city centre.
What is the most popular rental car in Zadar?
Mini cars are the most popular choice in Zadar, costing around €17/day on average. Some drivers have found deals from as little as €9/day.
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How much does it cost to hire a Mini car in Zadar?
Mini car hire in Zadar typically costs around €17 per day. Prices are lowest in Feb, averaging €12 per day — roughly 29% below the yearly average. Mini cars are usually 60% cheaper than the average car hire in Zadar.
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Practical Information for Drivers
Parking terms for rental cars in Zadar
Park the car in Zadar only in specially designated car parks equipped with parking meters. If the driver has to pay for parking but leaves the car beyond the paid time, they may face the wheels being clamped. Unclamping will cost an amount from 100 to 300 HRK.
- Almost all parking is free at weekends.
- Park the car near the city centre only in areas marked in red, and for no longer than 1 hour.
- Green and yellow parking zones are located farther from the centre, mostly on the outskirts. In a green zone, you can park the car for 3 hours; if the ground is marked in yellow, the car can be left there for 2 hours.
Traffic laws
When driving in and around Zadar, a motorist must have the following in the car:
- From 01.11 to 30.04 inclusive, the car must be equipped with snow chains to prevent wheel slip.
- In case of an emergency stop, you must have a warning triangle. If you plan on towing a trailer, the number of triangles is doubled.
- A high-visibility vest is a mandatory item for a motorist in the event of an accident.
- A set of bulbs for the headlights, a spare wheel, a first-aid kit, a fire extinguisher and a repair kit or spare tyre.
Using a mobile phone without a hands-free kit is punishable by a fine of 500 HRK. For window tinting films with light transmission greater than 70% you will have to pay 700 HRK. The driver and passengers not wearing seat belts while the car is moving will incur a fine of 500 HRK.
Speed limits for rental cars in Zadar
- For cars and motorcycles on urban streets, the permitted speed is 50 km/h.
- If the car is equipped with a trailer, the same limits apply. When travelling outside built-up areas, vehicles can accelerate to 90 km/h, and cars with a trailer to 80 km/h.
- On main roads, the permitted speed for a standard car is 110 km/h; if you have a trailer, the limit is 90 km/h.
- On motorways, driving cars on them is permitted at speeds of up to 130 km/h. For cars with a trailer, the speed should not exceed 90 km/h.
Fines for traffic violations in Zadar
Excess speed, km/h | Up to 10 | 11-20 | 21-30 | 31-50 | Over 50 |
On city streets, HRK | 300 | 500 | 1000 | 2000 | Up to 15,000 |
Outside the city, HRK | 300 | 550 | 500 | 1000 | 7000 |
If the permissible blood alcohol level of 0.5 ‰ is exceeded, the motorist faces a fine of 1000-15,000 HRK. Fines can be paid on the spot to the traffic officer, or within 8 days at any bank or post office in the city.
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What drivers say about Zadar
"Collected the car easily at Zadar airport, staff were cheerful and clear about insurance and deposit. The car was spotless, nearly new and ideal for the coastal roads and islands. Drop‑off was just as smooth, no surprise charges. I’d definitely book here again."
"I travelled with a friend, pickup in Zadar was quick and the car was in great shape. Only small downside was a short wait in the heat for our turn at the counter, but overall we were very happy and would rent here again."
"We rented a car in Zadar for a family trip with our kids. Child seats were ready and the car was comfortable and clean. Only slight issue was finding clear directions back to the return area, but staff were kind and check‑in was easy."