Forgotten Giants turns your Copenhagen day into countryside time. I love the easy, guided e-bike ride and the Thomas Dambo recycling trolls you hunt across Greater Copenhagen. The only real catch: you’ll want to learn the bike gears and keep a steady pace to finish in the allotted time.

This is a private 3.5-hour e-bike adventure in English, starting and ending at Bådehavnsgade 42P (10:00 am). You get helmets, bottled water, and a route designed to help you explore the Zealand countryside without constantly figuring things out.

One practical heads-up: the tour assumes moderate fitness, and there are physical limits (minimum height 158 cm / maximum weight 90 kg). If you’re shorter, some bikes may not fit in the usual setup, so it’s smart to be ready for a possible alternate carriage.

Key things to know before you ride

• Four named giants on one hunt: Sleeping Louis, Little Tilde, Thomas on the Mountain, and Hilltop Trine
• Thomas Dambo’s recycled-art angle: local scrap wood and recycled materials, placed for natural beauty
• Helmets + bottled water included, with routes that avoid the worst traffic stretches
• Mostly trail riding with some rough bits (a smaller portion is gravel/dirt)
• Guides like Tamas, Daniel, Jakob, and Luis consistently get praised for keeping things smooth and fun
• You’ll cover roughly 25–30 miles / 45–50 km, so this is active, not just sightseeing

Forgotten Giants in Copenhagen’s south: a scavenger hunt with Thomas Dambo trolls

If you’ve done the classic Copenhagen routine—harbor strolls, museums, bikes in the city—this tour gives you a fast change of scenery. You’re not just looking at art from a distance. You’re on a guided treasure hunt for four wooden giants hidden around the Greater Copenhagen area.

The giants are all part of the work of Thomas Dambo, a world-known recycling artist. The sculptures are made from local scrap wood and recycled materials, and the meeting points are chosen with the countryside in mind—so you often arrive with views that feel bigger than you expect from a “day trip” right outside the city.

What I like most is how the hunt structure keeps the ride from feeling like a long commute. You’re moving from clue-to-clue, with photo stops built in, and you get small pauses to take it all in. It turns a practical activity (biking) into a story you follow.

E-bikes that actually make countryside biking fair for beginners

This tour is built around the idea that e-bikes should reduce the stress, not remove the fun. You get an e-bike plus a helmet, and the ride is described as easy and suitable for most skill levels.

In practice, that usually means three things:

1. You can rely on pedal assist when the route turns hilly.
2. You still pedal, so you feel like you’re participating.
3. The guide’s job includes making sure you know how to handle the bike safely in Denmark’s bike culture.

A helpful detail from feedback: ask for a quick tutorial on how the e-bike works, especially the gears and power level. One cyclist noted that the support can handle even an inactive rider, but you’ll have more fun if you know when to shift gears and how to adjust power (for example, turning down to manage battery). In other words, the bike helps you—but it doesn’t replace basic bike comfort.

Also, the routes are planned for safety. Guides repeatedly get credit for steering people onto calmer cycling stretches and for giving road rules before you roll out.

The ride rhythm: distance, pace, and mixed-surface paths

This isn’t a slow “take your time” stroll on wheels. The timing is tight enough that you’ll need to ride actively to stay on schedule.

Based on distances people reported, plan for roughly 25–30 miles (about 45–50 km) over the full 3.5 hours, including stops for photos and brief breaks. That means the ride can feel like you’re making progress most of the time, with the art stops acting like punctuation, not interruptions.

Terrain-wise, you’ll get the best of Denmark’s cycling infrastructure, plus some real-world outdoor variety. Feedback points to:

• Most of the time on cycling trails and bike paths
• A smaller portion on loose gravel or dirt paths
• A couple shortcuts across fields

If you come from a place where you mostly ride flat pavement, you might feel those rougher bits on the seat. You don’t need to be an endurance racer, but you should be comfortable biking for stretches and staying balanced on mixed surfaces.

One more thing: to finish within the scheduled ride time, you should expect an average brisk pace. One bicycle enthusiast said hitting the time window requires consistency (not constant stopping or wandering off-route).

Stop 1: Sleeping Louis, Little Tilde, Thomas on the Mountain, Hilltop Trine

This whole outing centers on the Forgotten Giants stop—an open-air scavenger hunt with four specific sculptures tucked into the Greater Copenhagen area.

Here’s what you’re looking for:

• Sleeping Louis
• Little Tilde
• Thomas on the Mountain
• Hilltop Trine

The key is that these aren’t random “troll sightings.” The locations are specifically selected by the artist and his team for the way they fit into nature—light, sightlines, and how you approach the sculpture as you bike in.

At each giant, you’ll get time to look up close, take photos, and learn what inspired the piece and its presence. The recycled-material story is a big part of the experience: it’s art made from local scrap wood and recycled materials, so the sculptures are also a lesson in waste-to-art thinking.

There’s also a small ticket segment included for the activity itself (you’re told the admission ticket is free for that 20-minute portion). In plain terms: you’re not worrying about add-on entry fees for the art part.

Photo tip: bring your energy for picture-making. Multiple guides are praised for helping people get the right angles and for keeping the group moving so you don’t feel rushed, even with a short time window.

Guides who keep the ride fun: from Daniel to Tamas to Jakob

The guide makes a noticeable difference on this kind of tour, and the named guides in feedback show a consistent pattern: personable, organized, and willing to share context without turning it into a lecture.

You’ll see names like Tamas, Daniel, Jakob, Luis, and Thomas showing up again and again in high ratings. The common themes across the better experiences:

• Clear setup and confidence-building before you start
• Fun challenges or playful moments during the ride
• Denmark context tied to what you’re passing (not random facts)
• Patient help with bike handling, gears, and road rules
• Extra stops or suggestions when timing and conditions allow

One neat example from feedback: a guide helped people find small food surprises along the way, like wild raspberries near the route, and there are stories of guides pointing out other places to eat back in Copenhagen after the ride.

If you’re traveling with kids or family, pay attention to this tour’s flexibility. One review mentioned an option for someone too short for a standard bike setup: they rode in a cargo-bike basket while the guide handled the route. That may not be guaranteed for every rider, but it’s a sign the team tries to solve the fit problem.

Price and value: what you get for about $199 per person

At $199 per person, this isn’t a bargain-basement city activity. But it also isn’t just “pay for a bike and go.”

You’re paying for:

• Use of an e-bike
• A provided helmet
• Bottled water
• A guide for route, safety, and the art-and-nature story
• Time set aside for the treasure hunt and photos across multiple giant sites
• A plan that helps you avoid getting lost when you’re biking outside the center

You’re also paying for time. In about 3.5 hours, you move from Copenhagen’s edge into greener stretches and come back with more than a single photo spot—you get a complete route experience.

For value, here’s the real test: if you like active sightseeing, this price starts to feel reasonable. If you want a super relaxed, couch-to-trolls day with minimal effort, you may resent the distance and pace.

Getting there and back: Bådehavnsgade 42P, then you roll out

The tour meets at Bådehavnsgade 42P, 2450 København, Denmark at 10:00 am, and it ends back at the same meeting point.

That start address matters because it’s not described as right next to an obvious tourist monument. One review flagged a meeting place that felt hard to find due to lack of signage and unclear wayfinding. My advice: arrive a bit early, use your confirmation details, and plan to spot your guide quickly. If you’re relying on public transport, give yourself buffer time.

Because it returns to the same place, you don’t need to figure out where to end your ride. Just keep in mind that the countryside part can lead you back later than you expect—so don’t stack a tight dinner reservation right after.

Weather and terrain: how to avoid the common problems

This outing needs good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’re offered a different date or a full refund.

When weather is decent, the terrain mix is usually manageable, but you should think about two practical items:

• Gears and assist modes: learn the basics before you start. If you don’t shift well, you can end up working harder than you need.
• Loose patches: even if most of the route is smooth trail riding, those gravel/dirt segments can change how the bike feels under you.

One family mentioned rain planning: they were ready with raincoats and still had a great day. So if you’re visiting in summer shoulder months, don’t assume it will be dry.

Finally, treat this as a real bike activity. Even on e-bikes, you’re not just coasting. Keep an eye on your own comfort on the seat and stay focused in bike traffic areas.

Should you book the Forgotten Giants e-bike tour?

Book it if you want:

• A fun, guided way to see countryside art without navigating on your own
• An activity that gives you fresh air plus real movement in a short window
• A Copenhagen day that goes beyond museums and harbor views

Think twice if:

• You want minimal effort and slow pacing (the route is distance-based and guided)
• You’re not comfortable riding on a bike seat for a long stretch or on occasional rougher surfaces
• You might struggle with basic e-bike handling unless the guide walks you through it

If you’re the kind of traveler who likes combining playful art quests with practical outdoor time, this is one of the better choices near Copenhagen. For most people, the e-bikes, the four giants, and the guide-led route add up to a memorable half-day you’ll remember long after the photos fade.

FAQ

How long is the e-bike tour?

The tour runs for about 3 hours 30 minutes.

Where is the meeting point?

The meeting point is Bådehavnsgade 42P, 2450 København, Denmark.

What time does the tour start?

The start time is 10:00 am.

What’s included with the price?

The tour includes the use of e-bikes and helmets, bottled water, and the guided e-bike experience. You also receive a mobile ticket, and the tour is offered in English.

Which giants will I look for?

You’ll look for four sculptures: Sleeping Louis, Little Tilde, Thomas on the Mountain, and Hilltop Trine.

Is there an entry ticket involved?

The experience includes a ticket for the Forgotten Giants portion, and the admission ticket is listed as free for the 20-minute segment.

How hard is the ride?

It’s described as easy and suitable for most levels, but travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level. You’ll be biking for a full multi-mile route and should be ready to ride steadily.

Is the tour private?

Yes. It’s a private tour/activity, with only your group participating.

Are there height and weight limits?

Yes. Minimum height is 158 cm, and maximum weight is 90 kg.

What happens if the weather is poor?

This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.