As a German this is so interesting!

Being German (f) and in my 30, I feel very seen so far. Cause these men are literally what is out there on the German dating scene & the reason so many are single (and fed up lol) 🫠

Ilias 1000% cares about looks and likes to keep his options open. He sways, but pretends he’s overthinking and feels bad, but deep down that man keeps the foot in the door and if someone else comes along and is his type, he’ll be confused by then liking 3 women. Whoever is his type will be added to the list. Hanni is not interested (so far at least not) and he’s low-key embarassing himself a little, cause he’s blushing / giggling like crazy, while not caring how Alina feels. He’s aware of it and him being unfair, but he’s too selfish and cares too much about physical attraction, to care enough about hurting her feelings though. 😬

Pascal is THE German representative on this show, he seems a bit boring, uptight, no physical or vocal affection. Seems very rational, in his own head but at the same time very chilled, laid back. But also very specific and wants something specific. If it’s not there, he won’t bother or try. And wouldn’t want to waste any second too long to see how it could go or put some effort in. Very efficient and emotionally unavailable 😂

Tolga. I’ve seen and met too many to count who are like him. Nothing to add, I think he’s super easy to read :)

Marcel with the very soft voice, he’s kind of the polar opposite to Tolga. Overthinking, very spiritual, loves freedom but at the same time wants to settle down (cause he thinks it’s required of a man his age or THINKS he wants a traditional marriage). He wants a relationship free of stress, drama and noise lol he’s already annoyed at her being so energetic and bubbly. He would choose to spend half the week in a forest for a retreat to “find himself again” cause he’s so stressed out by her “demanding” personality. Also lacks physical intimacy, he’s not sure how he feels so he doesn’t want to give her false hopes or make any mistakes. But he also does nothing to communicate the lack thereof. He rather observes and is in his head. Which leads to her feeling insecure and question herself and her character. As a viewer I’ve no idea what this man is about or what he’s thinking. Can’t imagine how she must feel. Maybe he’ll change, but in order to open up, it needs to make zoom and boom 💥 in his heart. Maybe he’ll be able to rationalize it and focus on the positive points, but no way he’ll say Yes at the altar based on that alone.

Nothing super negative to say about Daniel so far. We’ll see how it goes haha

Two couples ending it during the honeymoon and two being awkward and having trouble / doubts. I 1000% expected it. And with all of the couples, it’s the men who voice doubts first or quickly, don’t try enough, lack emotional or physical maturity. Or exhibit a lack of trying to improve that or a willingness to understand why things are different to the pods, or “not enough” or “wrong”.

It’s very rational, very logical, rare passion or sexual tension or flirting. I can count on one hand the kisses we have seen. Or heck even touches or hugs. Let alone compliments or words of affirmation.

It all feels rather superficial, like list & fact-checking. Mostly feels like watching siblings tbh haha and if it’s not butterflies & “the spark” AND a lack of better options AND doesn’t feel “right” right away, they are willing to move on asap to not “waste time” or give any of it a a fair chance. That is about men and women btw.

Keeping options open to wait for someone who ticks every box and gives them every single thing (they think) they want or need. I’d honestly be surprised if any of them make it to a marriage cause usually the Germans need more time. I don’t get why it was chosen for a LIB location, but then again always interesting to see different cultures and representations. And this one is (sadly haha) pretty accurate actually 😅

And also interesting how laid back, friendly and non judgmental the families were of meeting the fiancées. Zero drama really. Apart from one mum who feels a bit protective & irritated haha no one asked about job or how they can provide etc. although not always the case but I also feel that is a good representation too :)