City in Herzegovina-Neretva, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Can you drink tap water in Mostar?
YesYes, drinkable
Can you drink the tap water in Mostar?
Tap water is safe to drink. Tap water is safe; locals drink it. Bottled water is common at tourist cafés.
Key facts
- In Mostar: Tap water is safe; locals drink it. Bottled water is common at tourist cafés.
- Across Bosnia and Herzegovina: Tap water is generally safe and often spring-fed; public drinking fountains are common in Sarajevo and Mostar.
- Safely managed drinking water: 86% of people in Bosnia and Herzegovina (2024, WHO/UNICEF JMP).
Tap water across Bosnia and Herzegovina
| Place | Tap water |
|---|---|
| Sarajevo | Yes, drinkable |
| Mostar | Yes, drinkable |
| Banja Luka | Yes, drinkable |
Quick answers
Is tap water safe to drink in Mostar?
Tap water is safe to drink. Tap water is safe; locals drink it. Bottled water is common at tourist cafés.
Can you drink tap water in Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Tap water is generally safe and often spring-fed; public drinking fountains are common in Sarajevo and Mostar.
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Sources
- World Bank: safely managed drinking water (WHO/UNICEF)
- CDC: food and water safety for travelers
- Mostar International Airport
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