Why Scandinavians Like the outside: The Concept of Friluftsliv By Guss Woltmann
In Scandinavia, character isn’t just a location to go to—it’s a means of daily life. The Norwegian phrase friluftsliv (pronounced free of charge-loofts-liv), which translates roughly to “open up-air existence,” captures a deeply rooted cultural philosophy shared across Norway, Sweden, and Finland. It’s about being outdoor, generally in