Why Scandinavians Adore the Outdoors: The Strategy of Friluftsliv By Guss Woltmann
In Scandinavia, character isn’t just an area to go to—it’s a strategy for daily life. The Norwegian phrase friluftsliv (pronounced free of charge-loofts-liv), which translates roughly to “open up-air lifetime,” captures a deeply rooted cultural philosophy shared throughout Norway, Sweden, and Finland. It’s about getting outdoors, often