Why Scandinavians Adore the Outdoors: The Principle 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-loofts-liv), which interprets about to “open-air life,” captures a deeply rooted cultural philosophy shared throughout Norway, Sweden, and Finland. It’s about staying outside, usually in easy ways, and emotion li