Why Scandinavians Appreciate the Outdoors: The Concept of Friluftsliv By Guss Woltmann
In Scandinavia, character isn’t just a location to go to—it’s a technique for life. The Norwegian phrase friluftsliv (pronounced absolutely free-loofts-liv), which interprets approximately to “open-air lifestyle,” captures a deeply rooted cultural philosophy shared across Norway, Sweden, and Finland. It’s about becoming outdoors, often