Madrid at a glance
- Madrid is home to about 140,000 people, among the 50 largest places in Colombia.
- It lies in Cundinamarca.
- It's about 24 km to Bogotá, the country's largest city.
- Close by: Mosquera (5 km), Funza (6 km) and Facatativá (13 km).
Dating by city / Colombia / Cundinamarca / Madrid
Meet people in Madrid
No one from Madrid has a public profile here yet. Create yours and people nearby will be able to find you.
Where to meet in Madrid
For a first meeting in Madrid, keep it simple: coffee in the centre, a walk in a park or along the main street, maybe a small concert. An hour is enough to know whether you want a second date.
Staying safe
- Meet in busy public places and tell a friend where you are going.
- Never send money to people you met online.
- Report and block anyone who makes you uncomfortable.
Questions about dating in Madrid
Who can I meet near Madrid?
Within 50 km of Madrid there are 25 towns and cities — Bogotá, Soacha and Facatativá among them — with more than 9.4 million residents in all. In the app you choose the distance yourself: from 10 km to 500 km, or “Any distance”.
Is there a free dating site in Madrid?
Yes. YADate is a free online dating site, in Madrid and everywhere else: profiles, search filters, likes, messages, voice messages and gifts cost nothing, and there is no premium plan. Daily caps exist only to stop spam: up to 40 new conversations a day, for example.
Are the singles around Madrid real people?
There are no fake profiles here: YADate doesn't create them or chat on anyone's behalf. Photos go live only after a moderator approves them, every account confirms an email address, and reports are reviewed by people. If someone asks for money or rushes you onto another app, report them — a moderator will look into it.
Can I date someone from outside Madrid?
Yes. Pick any other city in the filters, at home or abroad, and YADate shows the people there.
Dating tips
Profile & photos
How to write a profile that gets replies
Your profile is your first hello. How to write a few honest lines and choose photos that make people want to start a conversation.
First messages
First messages that actually start a conversation
“Hi, how are you?” rarely gets far. How to write a first message that is easy and pleasant to answer — with examples you can adapt.
First dates
First date ideas that are easy and safe
The best first dates are short, public and relaxed. Ideas that leave room to talk — plus simple safety habits that let you enjoy the meeting.