Why Scandinavians Appreciate the Outdoors: The Concept of Friluftsliv By Guss Woltmann
In Scandinavia, nature isn’t just an area to go to—it’s a strategy for lifetime. The Norwegian phrase friluftsliv (pronounced cost-free-loofts-liv), which translates roughly to “open-air everyday living,” captures a deeply rooted cultural philosophy shared across Norway, Sweden, and Finland. It’s about becoming outdoors, normally in ver