Why Scandinavians Adore the outside: The Notion of Friluftsliv By Guss Woltmann
In Scandinavia, nature isn’t just a spot to visit—it’s a means of daily life. The Norwegian phrase friluftsliv (pronounced free of charge-loofts-liv), which translates roughly to “open up-air existence,” captures a deeply rooted cultural philosophy shared across Norway, Sweden, and Finland. It’s about becoming outdoors, normally in easy