Why Scandinavians Adore the outside: The Principle of Friluftsliv By Guss Woltmann
In Scandinavia, nature isn’t just an area to go to—it’s a strategy for everyday living. The Norwegian term friluftsliv (pronounced free-loofts-liv), which interprets around to “open-air existence,” captures a deeply rooted cultural philosophy shared across Norway, Sweden, and Finland. It’s about becoming outdoors, usually in straightfor