Why Scandinavians Like the Outdoors: The Concept of Friluftsliv By Guss Woltmann
In Scandinavia, character isn’t just a place to go to—it’s a way 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 across Norway, Sweden, and Finland. It’s about getting outdoors, often in very simpl