Dating in Berlin: The fine line between fun and no thanks

Berlin, you are so wonderful. Is that always true? Who knows why, but people either hate or love the German capital. One person simply cannot escape the charm of the city. The next finds Berlin grey, dreary and the people somehow unfriendly.

No matter how you feel about the city – dating in Berlin is a very special experience. As a single you will discover so much in the city. And by the way, get to know wonderful – and sometimes quite crazy – people.

But as with any rendezvous, the same rules apply to dates in Berlin:  As soon as you feel uncomfortable, the encounter should come to an end. Never do anything you don’t want to do and don’t agree to things you feel bad about.

Two hot singles enjoy a passionate date in bed

What may happen with Berlin singles?

Crazy things can happen when dating in Berlin – here are a few stories:

  1. You wake up next to a stranger. A night out and the next day you are lying next to a mysterious single? This is a scenario that many are familiar with. But it can be even more blatant. If you live in a shared flat in Berlin, you may find the wrong person in your bed. If your roommate brings someone home and the stranger confuses a door at night, you may get into an unpleasant situation. The only thing that helps here is to immediately throw out the nocturnal visitor and show him or her the right door.
  2. The sex is lousy. It could be so beautiful. You have a rendezvous. You get along. You take your date home with you. And in bed you suddenly realize: This doesn’t feel good at all. Some  Berlin singles are so convinced of themselves and so dogged in bed that it is just a turn off. If you feel that the chemistry with the other person during sex is simply not right, do not hesitate to say ‘no’ and end the drama.
  3. The kiss is damp – too moist. Sure: Everyone kisses differently. But there is this very special kind of “wet kissers”, where you just want to get away. Even if you yourself may be one of the more passionate kissers. If the date ends with a wet kiss, and you no longer know where to put your tongue, and maybe your head is held tight by the other person so that you cannot escape, it is time for a time-out!
  4. The 24/7 as your romantic setting. 24/7 stores (called “Späti”) have a certain tradition in Berlin. Sooner or later, every Berlin single will hang out in a Späti. The special atmosphere speaks for itself. BUT: If you are expecting a romantic date and are then taken to a rancid kiosk for a beer, you should say goodbye. Sorry, but  you deserve better!

There are also nice rendezvous in the capital

These crazy stories can happen to you in any city. But Berlin seems to be a true hotspot for such weird dating stories. Perhaps they are more common in the metropolis. BUT: You may also experience beautiful casual dates in Berlin. Thanks to single communities  like TALEJA you get to know people who are looking for exactly the same thing as you. And with which your date will certainly be a success.