Find AA Meetings in Croatia

Find AA Meetings in Croatia
•Sourced from official AA intergroups
Find AA meetings across Croatia. There are 10 meetings listed in 9 cities, open to residents and visitors alike. Click any city below to see meeting times, locations, and directions.
Croatia's AA fellowship runs Croatian-language meetings across Zagreb, Split, Rijeka, and the smaller cities and coastal communities.
Join online AA meetings from across Europe - accessible from Croatia or anywhere in the world. Browse meetings throughout the week below.
Croatia has a limited number of online meetings, so we've added the closest online meetings from nearby countries (sorted by distance) to give you at least 25 options.
Online AA Meetings in Croatia
Online only meeting To participate in the online meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81827318172
AA Meetings in Croatia by the Numbers
Across Croatia, the 10 listed AA groups are concentrated in Split (2 meetings), Aljmaš (1), and Cukrići (1), with active groups in 9 cities in total. Sunday is the busiest day for meetings, and evening (5–9 PM) sessions are the most common.
Largest AA communities in Croatia
When AA groups meet in Croatia
- Sunday5
- Monday2
- Tuesday2
- Wednesday3
- Thursday2
- Friday1
- Saturday2
Meetings per day of the week across Croatia. Sunday has the most scheduled groups.
What members read between meetings
A.A.'s own literature does most of the heavy lifting between meetings in Croatia. These are the books most often spotted on a member's bookshelf, with a short note on what each one is for. Each card is tagged with its language.
The book Bill W. and Dr. Bob wrote first, in 1939. Most members pick up a copy in their first week or two and keep it close.
Look on AmazonBill W.'s longer essays on each Step and each Tradition. The usual companion read once the Big Book starts to feel familiar.
Look on AmazonLiving Sober
EnglishA short, practical book about the day-to-day of staying sober. Often the one a sponsor suggests in the first month.
Look on AmazonDaily Reflections
EnglishOne short A.A. reading for each day of the year, with a thought to carry into it. Members often keep a copy on the kitchen counter.
Look on AmazonAs Bill Sees It
EnglishBrief passages from A.A.'s co-founder, arranged by topic. Some groups read one aloud at the top of every meeting.
Look on AmazonCame to Believe
EnglishMembers' own short accounts of what "a Power greater than ourselves" came to mean to them. Helpful for anyone wary of the word God.
Look on AmazonThe same 12&12 essays in a larger typeface. Often the edition kept for reading aloud or for easier eyes.
Look on AmazonMore A.A. literature
EnglishBrowse the wider shelf of A.A.-approved reading — Living Sober, Daily Reflections, the Grapevine collections, and more.
Look on AmazonFinding AA Meetings in Croatia
Alcoholics Anonymous has groups across 9 cities in Croatia, with 10 meetings listed in this directory. Whether you are looking for a group near home or need a meeting while travelling, the listings below include times, addresses, and format details to help you find the right fit.
Meeting Types Available in Croatia
AA meetings in Croatia run in several formats. Here is a brief overview:
Open Meetings
Open to the public. Family, friends, and anyone curious about A.A. are welcome to attend.
Closed Meetings
For people with a desire to stop drinking. What is shared stays in the room.
Speaker Meetings
A member shares their story of "experience, strength, and hope." Often a good starting point for newcomers.
Step Study Groups
Groups that read and work through the 12 Steps together, applying the principles to everyday situations.
Major Cities with AA Support in Croatia
Split is Croatia's most active AA community with 2 meetings. Other cities with strong AA presence include Aljmaš, Cukrići, Osijek.
For Travelers and Visitors
Visiting Croatia?
- • English-speaking meetings in major cities
- • No advance registration required
- • Just show up and introduce yourself
- • AA is the same worldwide - you'll feel at home
For Residents
- • Find your local home group
- • Multiple meeting times throughout the week
- • Online meetings available for flexibility
- • Connect with the local AA community
Online AA Meetings in Croatia
Online AA meetings in Croatia follow the same format as in-person meetings: shared readings, personal shares, and open discussion. They are a practical option for people in rural areas, those with mobility constraints, or anyone whose schedule makes regular travel difficult.
Benefits of Online Meetings
- • Attend from anywhere in Croatia or abroad
- • No transportation required
- • Ideal for rural areas with limited options
- • Same confidentiality as in-person
How to Join Online
- • Look for "Online" or "Hybrid" meetings
- • Click "Join Online" for meeting link
- • Most use Zoom or similar platforms
- • Camera optional - participate comfortably
Getting Started with AA in Croatia
First-Time Attendees
Anyone can walk into an AA meeting in Croatia without prior registration. You are not expected to speak, and you only need to give your first name if you choose to. Many groups keep printed material on hand for people attending for the first time.
Language Considerations
While many meetings in Croatia are conducted in the local language, major cities typically offer English-speaking meetings. Check the meeting details for language information or contact the local AA intergroup for guidance.
AA membership has one requirement: a desire to stop drinking. Croatia's meetings are open to anyone who meets it.