Why Scandinavians Adore the outside: The Strategy of Friluftsliv By Guss Woltmann
In Scandinavia, mother nature isn’t just a place to visit—it’s a way of lifestyle. The Norwegian word friluftsliv (pronounced free-loofts-liv), which interprets about to “open up-air daily life,” captures a deeply rooted cultural philosophy shared across Norway, Sweden, and Finland. It’s about becoming outdoors, often in simple ways, an