Copenhagen: The Forest Tower & Forgotten Giants Trolls Trip

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This trip pairs a climb in the Forest Tower with a quirky stop to see the Forgotten Giants outside Copenhagen, giving you nature views without the planning headache. I love how the tower walk is both architectural and scenic, including the wooden viewing route and the special center beech-tree moment. I also like the smooth day flow thanks to a comfortable air-conditioned minibus with WiFi. One drawback to plan for: the Forest Tower entrance ticket is separate from the tour price.

You’ll spend the bulk of the day at the tower (about two hours), then roll through the countryside with short, well-timed stops on the way back toward Copenhagen. A live English guide keeps the day moving and adds context, and at least one guide name that shows up in bookings is Vinod. The whole experience is short and focused, so if you want a long, slow countryside hike, you may want to add extra time on your own.

Key Things I’d Watch For on This Trip

• Forest Tower is 140 meters up, with big-sky views on clear days
• Climb via 12 circles, moving upward through changing forest viewpoints
• Touch the beech trees in the tower’s center structure (a standout detail)
• WiFi and bottled water are included on the round-trip minibus ride
• Troll stops are quick but guided, built in for photos and fun context

Forest Tower Day Trip Energy: Why This Works So Well

This is one of those Copenhagen-area outings that feels like cheating—in a good way. Instead of stitching together trains, tickets, and transfers, you start from a central meeting point and go straight to a place that’s built for views and walking. The payoff is real: you climb into the forest experience and then step out to see the city spread out far below.

The Forest Tower is the star, but what I like most is how it mixes formats. You get a nature setting, yes, but the tower itself is also a design story you can walk through. The route includes wooden walkways and a climb that takes you up the tower via 12 circles, so you’re not just climbing stairs—you’re moving through layers of the structure and the surrounding trees. Then, at the center, the hourglass-like structure is described as laced together tightly enough that you can touch three beech trees growing in the middle.

The other half of the fun is the troll detour. Denmark has a strong tradition of folklore and playful outdoor art, and the Forgotten Giants idea turns that into something you can actually spot and photograph. It’s not the only thing you’ll do today, but it gives the day a whimsical counterpoint to the geometric tower.

The only real caution is expectations. The day isn’t a long countryside excursion. It’s a 5-hour hit of nature viewpoint time plus a couple of short stops on the way back.

From Copenhagen Main Station: The Minibus Part You Don’t Want to Do Yourself

Your meeting point is at CPH – Tours & Tickets, Colbjørnsensgade 15, right by Copenhagen main station—about a two-minute walk. This matters more than you might think. Copenhagen is easy to navigate, but getting out to the Zealand countryside is where time starts slipping. Here, you simply show up, get on the air-conditioned minibus, and let the timing be handled for you.

The ride is built to feel comfortable and easy. The minibus includes WiFi and bottled water, which is a small detail that makes a big difference on a day trip. You’re not just waiting around in transport—you can actually use the time, check maps, and get ready for where you’re headed.

Timing-wise, the drive to the Forest Tower is about an hour, which is enough to settle in but not enough for the day to feel like a bus tour. Once you arrive, you get around two hours at the tower itself, and that’s the part you’ll be happiest you didn’t rush.

One smart tip: keep your phone charged and your camera ready before you exit the minibus. Views from 140 meters above sea level don’t always care about your last-minute scramble for a power bank.

Walking the Forest Tower: 12 Circles, Wooden Decks, and That Beech-Tree Center

This is where the trip becomes more than a view stop.

At the Forest Tower, you have a full two hours to explore the grounds and climb. The experience is designed as a sequence. You start on the wooden walkways, then work your way upward through the tower’s structure. The climb is described as moving up toward the top via 12 circles, which is a big help for first-time visitors: it gives you a sense of progress instead of just “keep climbing until you’re done.”

As you go higher, the tower’s setting becomes part of the show. You’re surrounded by forest, and the walkways let you look out and then look back in, so you see different angles on the trees as you climb. The reviews and tour description emphasize that the nature changes around you as you move upward—meaning you don’t get bored staring at the same view.

Then comes the signature moment: at the center, the structure is laced together so tightly that you can touch three beech trees growing in the middle. This isn’t a typical viewpoint where you just look and move on. It’s interactive in a simple, human way. It turns the tower into something you experience with your hands, not just your eyes.

What I’d plan for: two hours goes fast if you stop to take photos often and if you enjoy reading whatever signage or display is available inside the park area. But it’s enough time to climb, rest your legs once, and still enjoy the return walk.

The Viewing Platform at 140 Meters: When You Can See Copenhagen and Malmö

The tower’s height is the headline for a reason: the viewing platform is 140 meters above sea level. That’s not just a number. It’s what makes the difference between a nice treetop view and a sweeping horizon.

On a clear day, you can see as far as Copenhagen and Malmö—more than 50 kilometers away. That kind of visibility turns this into something special even for people who think they’ve already seen plenty of city skyline views. You’re not looking at a postcard. You’re looking at distance and weather conditions doing their job.

If you arrive on a misty or rainy day, don’t panic. You still get the forest walkways and the tower structure experience. But for the biggest “wow,” clear skies matter. So think of the tower like this: even if the skyline is partially hidden, the climb still delivers value through the design and the forest immersion.

Also, consider timing within your two hours. If possible, leave your top-platform time for when light is best. Even in Denmark, that can mean the difference between crisp outlines and hazy layers.

The Short Stops on the Way Back: Hill Top Trine and Sleeping Louis

After the tower, the itinerary shifts gears to quick countryside stops. There’s a break period of about 20 minutes, giving you time to grab a snack or reset before the next drive segment.

Next, you’ll head toward Hill Top Trine for a short visit (about 15 minutes). The tour doesn’t describe a long explanation here, so I’d treat this as a photo-and-stops kind of stop. The value is the break in scenery and the way it breaks up the day so it doesn’t feel like one long “go to one thing and leave.”

Then you’ll move to The 6 forgotten giants – Sleeping Louis for a guided look of about 15 minutes. The key idea is folklore-as-outdoor-art. You’re seeing a giant figure as part of the Forgotten Giants set, and your guide provides the context that makes it more than just a weird statue.

One important expectation: the tour is set up so you can visit two Forgotten Giants on the way back to Copenhagen. The day’s guided component focuses on Sleeping Louis, but your schedule includes time to see a second troll as well. In practice, that means you’ll get more photo angles and more variety without losing the pace of the day.

This part is short by design. It’s meant to add character to the trip, not to replace the main attraction.

Food, Tickets, and Value: What You Pay, What You Don’t

The tour price is $135 per person for a 5-hour outing that includes round-trip transport and a live English guide. You also get WiFi on board and bottled water, plus an air-conditioned minibus ride. For a day trip leaving central Copenhagen, that kind of built-in logistics is a real part of the value.

But two costs sit outside the included package:

1. Forest Tower entrance ticket is not included
2. Lunch is not included

That entrance ticket detail can surprise people, and it’s worth budgeting for it right away. One booking mentioned buying tower admission separately (reported around £40 for two adults). Prices can vary, but the lesson is consistent: plan on paying extra at the tower.

The good news is that the tower area includes options for food on-site. One review notes reasonably priced food and coffee at the venue, plus amenities like a gift shop and even a movie-style area about how the tower was built. There’s also mention that you can bring lunch and eat it during the day, including on the bus in at least one case. I wouldn’t count on that as universal, but it’s a useful possibility if you like control over your meal timing.

So is it worth it? If you want the tower experience plus a troll detour with zero transport stress, yes. If you mainly want a quick tower viewpoint and nothing else, you’ll feel the cost more because of the extra ticket and the fact that only part of the day is truly guided.

How to Make the Most of Your 5 Hours (Without Rushing)

This is a “time-respectful” tour. The biggest chunk is the two hours at the tower. Everything else is shorter: drives, a break, then quick stops like Hill Top Trine and the guided look at Sleeping Louis.

That means the best strategy is simple: treat the tower climb as the main event and protect that time. Don’t plan to sprint through the grounds just to “fit in” everything else. If you enjoy walking slowly, take photos carefully, and like looking up at structure details as you climb, two hours is about right.

Weather matters, especially for the far-distance skyline promise. Clear skies are what let you see Copenhagen and Malmö. But even without skyline visibility, you still get the interactive center beech-tree moment and the 12-circle climb through the forest setting.

Pack what you’d pack for a forest walk: comfortable shoes and a light layer for changes in temperature as you climb. You’re in Denmark, so the day can switch moods fast. Bring rain protection if the forecast looks uncertain.

And since you start near central station, you can keep your trip simple before departure. If you’re staying near the station, this is one of the easier ways to turn Copenhagen into a countryside day without losing half your vacation to transit.

Should You Book This Forest Tower and Forgotten Giants Tour?

Book it if you want a structured day trip that combines Forest Tower views (including the beech-tree center and 140-meter platform) with a fun folklore stop for the Forgotten Giants. It’s also a strong choice if you don’t want to wrestle with round-trip transportation on your own, because the minibus handles the driving and includes WiFi and bottled water.

Skip it or consider adding extra time elsewhere if you’re mainly chasing a long countryside escape. This tour is short and focused, and part of what you’re paying for is convenience plus a guided framework. And remember to budget for the tower entrance ticket, since that’s not included.

If your idea of a great day in Denmark is: climb, look far, touch something unusual, then cap it off with trolls for photos, this is a very good match.

FAQ

FAQ

How long is the trip?

The experience runs for about 5 hours total, including transportation and stops.

Where do I meet the tour?

Meet at CPH – Tours & Tickets, Colbjørnsensgade 15, 1652 Copenhagen, Denmark. It’s about a 2-minute walk from Copenhagen main station.

What’s included in the price?

Transport by air-conditioned minibus, WiFi on board, and a host/driver/guide are included.

Is the Forest Tower ticket included?

No. You need to pay the Forest Tower entrance ticket separately.

Does the tour include lunch?

Lunch is not included.

Is the tour guided and what language is it?

Yes, it includes a live tour guide in English.

What can I see from the Forest Tower?

You can reach a viewing platform 140 meters above sea level. On a clear day, you can see as far as Copenhagen and Malmö, more than 50 kilometers away.

Is there transportation both ways?

Yes. The trip includes round-trip transportation on the minibus.

Can I cancel for a refund?

Yes. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.