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Meet people in Gelderland

From Nijmegen to the smallest towns — browse Gelderland place by place and talk to anyone for free.

Gelderland at a glance

Our directory lists 71 towns and cities in Gelderland.
The largest are Nijmegen, Arnhem and Apeldoorn.

Dating in Gelderland: questions and answers

How do I find singles in my part of Gelderland?

Every town in Gelderland, from Nijmegen to the smallest, has its own page with the people within 50 km of it — start with yours. Gelderland is home to more than 1.6 million people. In the app you choose the distance yourself: from 10 km to 500 km, or “Any distance”.

Is there a free dating site in Gelderland?

Yes. YADate is a free online dating site, in Gelderland 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 in Gelderland real people?

YADate never creates fake profiles or writes on behalf of people who don't exist. A moderator checks every photo before it appears, every member confirms an email address, and any profile can be reported. If someone asks for money or rushes you onto another app, report them — a moderator will look into it.

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.

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First messages

First messages that actually start a conversation

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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.