# German television international dating shows launch > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/german-television-international-dating-show-launches > Updated: 2026-09-11T14:10:13.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 3. German television networks are launching new international dating reality programs. RTL premiered the ninth season of ‘Bauer sucht Frau International’ on August 30, hosted by Inka Bause. The season features eight singles from various locations, including Linnea (28) from Sweden, Manuel (29) from Belgium, and participants from Croatia and Bosnia. A notable storyline involves Alexander (40) and Martin (35), two best friends operating a farm in Namibia’s Otjozondjupa region, who are both seeking partners willing to adopt their lifestyle. VOX’s new series, ‘Auswanderer sucht Liebe’, which premiered on September 4, follows German expatriates seeking partners to join them abroad. The show has seen significant emotional developments, including Tanja (37) ending her relationship with Alex (38) in Norway, stating, ‘I simply feel nothing.’ Other storylines include love coach Nilli (55) finding a connection with Olav (56) following the absence of her other candidate, Hardy, and Lisa’s search for a partner on a farm in Tuscany. ## Claims - The ninth season of 'Bauer sucht Frau International' premieres on Sunday, August 30, at 19:05 on RTL. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Alexander and Martin, two friends living in Namibia, are participating together to find partners. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The new season features eight singles from various locations including Namibia, Sweden, Belgium, Croatia, and Bosnia. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Linnea, a 28-year-old from Sweden, is a participant in the new season. (single source) - Manuel, a 29-year-old from Belgium, is a participant in the new season. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-11: VOX dating show ‘Auswanderer sucht Liebe’ faces emotional drama The dating show ‘Auswanderer sucht Liebe’ on VOX features emotional setbacks, including Tanja leaving Alex in Norway and Nilli finding a strong connection with a new candidate, Olav. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vox-dating-show-auswanderer-sucht-liebe-faces-emotional-drama ### 2026-08-30: VOX announces new dating show ‘Auswanderer sucht Liebe’ VOX will premiere ‘Auswanderer sucht Liebe’ on September 4, a dating show following seven German expats seeking partners from Germany to join them in countries like the US, Norway, and France. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vox-announces-new-dating-show-auswanderer-sucht-liebe ### 2026-08-30: Bauer sucht Frau International: New season premieres on RTL RTL's 'Bauer sucht Frau International' returns for its ninth season on August 30, featuring eight singles from Namibia, Sweden, Belgium, and beyond, including two friends searching for love together. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bauer-sucht-frau-international-new-season-premieres-on-rtl --- Cite as: German television international dating shows launch. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/german-television-international-dating-show-launches