Why Scandinavians Love the outside: The Notion of Friluftsliv By Guss Woltmann
In Scandinavia, nature isn’t just a location to visit—it’s a way of existence. The Norwegian phrase friluftsliv (pronounced cost-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 being outdoors, often in very simple ways,