Why Scandinavians Love the outside: The Notion of Friluftsliv By Guss Woltmann
In Scandinavia, character isn’t just a spot to visit—it’s a method of existence. The Norwegian phrase friluftsliv (pronounced free of charge-loofts-liv), which translates roughly to “open up-air lifetime,” captures a deeply rooted cultural philosophy shared throughout Norway, Sweden, and Finland. It’s about staying outside, typically in