City in Vojvodina, Serbia
Can you drink tap water in Novi Sad?
Can you drink the tap water in Novi Sad?
Tap water is treated, but filter or boil it. Water is treated but some parts of Vojvodina have high mineral content; many locals buy bottled. Ask your host.
Key facts
- In Novi Sad: Water is treated but some parts of Vojvodina have high mineral content; many locals buy bottled. Ask your host.
- Across Serbia: Tap water is safe in Belgrade and most cities. In some Vojvodina towns locals prefer bottled; ask your host.
- Safely managed drinking water: 75% of people in Serbia (2024, WHO/UNICEF JMP).
Tap water across Serbia
Quick answers
Is tap water safe to drink in Novi Sad?
Tap water is treated, but filter or boil it. Water is treated but some parts of Vojvodina have high mineral content; many locals buy bottled. Ask your host.
Can you drink tap water in Serbia?
Tap water is safe in Belgrade and most cities. In some Vojvodina towns locals prefer bottled; ask your host.
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Sources
- World Bank: safely managed drinking water (WHO/UNICEF)
- CDC: food and water safety for travelers
- Tourist Organisation of Novi Sad
- University Clinical Center of Vojvodina
- Serbian Railways
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