Why Scandinavians Like the outside: The Idea of Friluftsliv By Guss Woltmann
In Scandinavia, character isn’t just a location to visit—it’s a means of daily life. The Norwegian phrase friluftsliv (pronounced cost-free-loofts-liv), which translates approximately to “open-air life,” captures a deeply rooted cultural philosophy shared throughout Norway, Sweden, and Finland. It’s about staying outdoors, often in simp