Why Scandinavians Appreciate the outside: The Concept of Friluftsliv By Guss Woltmann
In Scandinavia, nature isn’t just a spot to visit—it’s a method of existence. The Norwegian word friluftsliv (pronounced free of charge-loofts-liv), which translates about to “open up-air daily life,” captures a deeply rooted cultural philosophy shared throughout Norway, Sweden, and Finland. It’s about remaining outside, usually in stra