Why Scandinavians Adore the outside: The Principle of Friluftsliv By Guss Woltmann
In Scandinavia, mother nature isn’t just a spot to visit—it’s a means of lifetime. The Norwegian phrase friluftsliv (pronounced cost-free-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 becoming outdoors, normally in very