Why Scandinavians Appreciate the Outdoors: The Concept of Friluftsliv By Guss Woltmann
In Scandinavia, nature isn’t just a spot to visit—it’s a means of everyday living. The Norwegian term friluftsliv (pronounced no cost-loofts-liv), which interprets around to “open-air lifestyle,” captures a deeply rooted cultural philosophy shared across Norway, Sweden, and Finland. It’s about being outdoor, generally in simple ways, an