Why Scandinavians Really like the outside: The Idea of Friluftsliv By Guss Woltmann
In Scandinavia, nature isn’t just a location to go to—it’s a way of everyday living. The Norwegian term friluftsliv (pronounced totally free-loofts-liv), which translates roughly to “open-air life,” captures a deeply rooted cultural philosophy shared throughout Norway, Sweden, and Finland. It’s about remaining outdoor, generally in very