Why Scandinavians Like the outside: The Idea of Friluftsliv By Guss Woltmann
In Scandinavia, mother nature isn’t just a location to go to—it’s a technique for life. The Norwegian term friluftsliv (pronounced no cost-loofts-liv), which interprets around to “open-air existence,” captures a deeply rooted cultural philosophy shared across Norway, Sweden, and Finland. It’s about being outdoor, generally in uncomplica