Dating in Oslo.
Fewer games, more real meetings.
Oslo spends its free time outdoors, by the fjord, in the forest or on the ski trails, and still meeting someone new often depends on the circle you already have. Kismat is newer in Norway and growing. It shows you people near you and puts those who picked the same intent first: something serious, casual dating or friendship.
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What you get with Kismat
Privacy matters to a lot of people when they date. On Kismat the Private Mode is free and keeps your photos blurred until you match, you say openly what you are looking for, and the important things cost nothing. Everything runs on EU servers under the GDPR, which applies in Norway too.
Real people
Profiles can be matched to their photos with a live selfie. Verified profiles carry a badge.
Same intent
Something serious, casual dating or friendship: people who picked the same are shown first.
Near you
You set the distance. Distances show in whole kilometres only, never your exact location.
Free to use
Profile, matches, chat and verification are free. Kismat Plus is optional.
Private when you want
Private Mode is free for everyone: your photos stay blurred until you match.
From Vienna, under EU law
Operated by P&P Management GmbH in Vienna. EU servers, GDPR from day one.
Good places for a first date in Oslo
Opera House roof
Walk up the sloping roof of the Oslo Opera House in Bjørvika for a view over the fjord. Free, public and easy to find.
Aker Brygge and Tjuvholmen
The harbour promenade on the west side of the centre. Water, boats and benches, a walk that can turn into dinner.
Vigeland Park
The sculpture park inside Frogner Park. Wide paths and plenty to talk about, in daylight and in any season.
Grünerløkka
Cafes, vintage shops and the Akerselva river walk right next to it. The classic first-date area for a reason.
Mathallen
The food hall at Vulkan by the Akerselva. Small plates and coffee, easy to extend or to end.
Sognsvann
The lake at the end of metro line 5. A walk around it takes under an hour, a good first date when the weather is kind.
Oslo by neighbourhood
Grünerløkka and Sagene
East of the Akerselva: cafes, bars and parks like Sofienbergparken. Young, busy and easy to meet in.
Frogner and Majorstuen
West Oslo, with Frogner Park, the shops on Bogstadveien and quieter streets. Good for a calmer first date.
Bjørvika and Gamle Oslo
The new waterfront around the Opera House and the MUNCH museum, right next to Oslo Central Station. Open space by the fjord.
Common questions
Does Kismat work in Oslo?
Yes. Kismat works across Norway. You set the distance and see people around Oslo, with those who picked the same intent first. Kismat is newer in Norway and growing, so a wider distance can help at the start.
Is Kismat free in Oslo?
Yes. Profile, matches, chat and verification are free. Kismat Plus is optional, and its price is shown before you buy.
Is the app in Norwegian?
Not yet. Kismat is available in English and German.
Are all profiles verified?
No. Every photo is checked before it appears, and verification with a live selfie is optional. Verified profiles carry a badge.
Can I use Kismat to make friends in Oslo?
Yes. Pick Friendship as your intent and people who are looking for friends come first. Useful if you are new in Oslo for work or study.
Where should a first meeting happen?
Somewhere public and easy to reach, like the Opera House or Aker Brygge. Tell a friend where you are, and only meet when you feel ready.
Meet people who actually live here.
Kismat is on Android and works as a web app on any phone.