Why Scandinavians Like the outside: The Idea of Friluftsliv By Guss Woltmann
In Scandinavia, nature isn’t just an area to visit—it’s a method of existence. The Norwegian word friluftsliv (pronounced free-loofts-liv), which interprets about to “open up-air existence,” captures a deeply rooted cultural philosophy shared across Norway, Sweden, and Finland. It’s about being outside, frequently in easy ways, and emot