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