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