Why Scandinavians Appreciate the Outdoors: The Idea of Friluftsliv By Guss Woltmann
In Scandinavia, nature isn’t just a place to visit—it’s a method of existence. The Norwegian word 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 currently being outdoor, generall