Why Scandinavians Like the outside: The Idea of Friluftsliv By Guss Woltmann
In Scandinavia, mother nature isn’t just a place to visit—it’s a way of existence. The Norwegian word friluftsliv (pronounced cost-free-loofts-liv), which interprets around to “open up-air daily life,” captures a deeply rooted cultural philosophy shared across Norway, Sweden, and Finland. It’s about becoming outdoors, normally in very s