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A few facts about Bahir Dar

  • Bahir Dar is among the ten largest cities in Ethiopia; about 350,000 people live here.
  • It's part of Amhara.
  • Addis Ababa, the largest city in Ethiopia, is about 322 km away.
  • Towns nearby: T’īs Isat (24 km), Mer’āwī (31 km) and Ādēt (38 km).

Where to meet in Bahir Dar

For a first meeting in Bahir Dar, 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 Bahir Dar

Who can I meet near Bahir Dar?

More than 520,000 people live within 50 km of Bahir Dar, in 5 towns and cities including Werota, Ādēt and Mer’āwī. You set the distance yourself in the filters, from 10 km up to 500 km — or choose “Any distance”.

Is there a free dating site in Bahir Dar?

Yes, completely. Nothing on YADate is paid, in Bahir Dar or anywhere else: you can browse, like, write first and send voice messages or gifts without a subscription or credits. Daily caps exist only to stop spam: up to 40 new conversations a day, for example.

Are the singles around Bahir Dar 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. Anyone who asks for money or pushes you to move to another app straight away is worth reporting.

Can I date someone from outside Bahir Dar?

Yes. Pick any other city in the filters, at home or abroad, and YADate shows the people there.

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