Copenhagen gets stranger, and in a good way. This Forgotten Giants private tour takes you to a handful of recycled-material trolls just outside the city, where you can crawl into giant hands and mouths and then enjoy the quiet countryside views. I love how Thomas Dambo’s team turns everyday waste into full-on characters, not delicate art behind glass. I also like that every stop has free admission, so your money goes mainly to the private ride and guiding.

The main thing to consider is that you’ll spend time outdoors on uneven ground, and several giants invite you to crawl into tight spaces. It also needs good weather, so if rain rolls in, you’ll need to be flexible.

Key highlights you’ll actually care about

• Private transportation with pickup: convenient stops without having to coordinate a car or public transit transfers.
• Crawl-in art moments: Hill Top Trine’s hands, Sleeping Louis’s mouth, and other playful entry points.
• Recycled materials with real stories: scrap wood, broken pallets, and even lumber from a torn-down watermill.
• Free entry at each giant: you’re not paying extra per stop once you’re on the tour.
• A small-time-box route: short visits that keep the energy high and the day moving.
• Bottled water included: a small detail that matters after you’ve been running around outdoors.

Why Forgotten Giants feels different from a typical Copenhagen day trip

Copenhagen is great, but you don’t go there for a quiet row of famous monuments. This tour gives you something more personal: handmade trolls in places that don’t feel like a theme park. You’re in forests, grassy hills, and rural pockets outside the city limits—then you meet a giant made from scrap wood, plastic, or cardboard, with details that feel intentional and human.

What makes it click is the mix of play and craft. You’re not just photographing. You’re stepping into the sculpture’s “world” for a few minutes at a time. And because it’s private (up to four people), you can set a comfortable pace instead of getting swept into a big group schedule.

The recycled-material angle: why it’s more than a gimmick

These giants aren’t mass-produced replicas. The makers (Thomas and his team) build many different sculptures from recycled materials and what people would usually throw away. They’ve specialized in wooden giants made from scrap wood, with examples like Hector Protector and Troels The Troll used as references for their wider work. They also work in other materials too, including plastic and cardboard.

For you, that matters because it changes how you look at the art. You start noticing joinery, reused textures, and the way each material ages naturally outdoors. Even when you’re just taking a quick look, you’ll likely spot how the team used what they had—like scrap boards that were clearly destined for something else.

One of the most satisfying parts is that the tour doesn’t treat the trolls like random photo stops. It ties the giants to local reuse and to people behind the work, which makes the whole route feel more meaningful than a checklist.

Route at a glance: six stops in about four hours

This is a half-day outing built around short visits—roughly 15 minutes at many of the giants and about 30 minutes at the one with extra backstory. With driving time between sites, the whole experience runs about four hours.

You’ll also get practical support: private transportation, a pickup option, and bottled water. The tour uses a mobile ticket, and the start time is 9:00 am. If you’re the type who likes to avoid decision fatigue—where do we park, which bus, how long between sites—this is set up to remove that hassle.

Stop 1 in Hvidovre: Hill Top Trine and the “hands-on” viewpoint

Hill Top Trine sits on top of a small hill in Hvidovre, Copenhagen. What makes this stop special is that she’s meant to be interacted with. You can crawl into the palms of her hands, then look out for a viewpoint over Avedøresletten.

That “crawl in, then look out” rhythm is a smart way to make the art feel alive. It also gives you a natural break in the route: you’re not sprinting from one giant to the next. You’ll get a quick outdoor moment where the setting matters, not just the sculpture.

A small consideration: because Trine is on a hill, you should expect a bit of uneven ground and some climbing. It’s part of the fun, but keep it in mind if your group prefers flatter terrain.

Stop 2 in Rødovre: Sleeping Louis and a giant mouth you can enter

Next up is Sleeping Louis in Rødovre, tucked into a secret nature spot outside the city. He’s resting on a hill, covered with trees, which helps him feel tucked away rather than instantly visible from a street.

This giant is all about imagination. People can crawl into his gaping mouth, and you can play or even sleep inside him. That’s a rare kind of attraction: not just watching from outside, but physically entering the character’s “space.”

If you’re traveling with kids, this is the kind of stop that tends to reset everyone’s energy. For adults, it’s also a reminder that public art doesn’t have to behave like a museum exhibit. It can be a place where you act like a kid for a few minutes.

Stop 3 in Ishøj: scar under the bridge and the Chile connection

Stop three is in Ishøj and carries one of the most interesting creation stories on the route. scar under the bridge is made from scrapwood collected from a torn-down watermill and broken pallets from local industries. In other words, it’s not vague recycling. It’s a specific chain of reuse.

The name adds another layer. The sculpture is named after an artist from Chile who visited Thomas and helped during the time the team was building it. So you’re not only seeing the materials. You’re also seeing how collaboration shaped the work.

This is also the longest stop in the itinerary at about 30 minutes. That extra time makes sense because the story is the point here. When you take even a few moments to connect the sculpture to where the materials came from and who influenced it, the giant becomes more than a photo.

Possible drawback: since this one is under a bridge area, you might want to watch your footing and give yourself a moment to orient before exploring.

Stop 4 in Vallensbæk: little Tilde in Vallensbæk Mose

little Tilde is located in Vallensbæk Mose, an area described as wild nature with animal life. She watches through the trees from the far side of a small lake, and you’ll catch glimpses of her at a distance.

This stop feels calmer. Instead of crawling into something right away, you get a “spot the giant” experience. It’s a change of pace, and I like that the route doesn’t keep escalating the intensity the entire time. You get a breather with a nature setting that’s meant to be quiet and immersive in a straightforward, outdoorsy way.

The practical consideration is that you may need patience to see her clearly through the trees. Bring your best slow-watching mode for this one.

Stop 5 in Taastrup: Teddy friendly and the hand-over-the-stream moment

Teddy friendly is made from local scrapwood, including cutoffs from cut down local trees used for his fur. That detail makes the materials feel even more local and human—like the sculpture carries bits of real nearby life into its body.

He’s standing at a water stream, holding out his hand to help people cross. This is one of those moments where the art’s purpose is physical. You’re meant to feel the idea of crossing, not just view it.

This stop is about 15 minutes, which keeps it lively, but you can still take time to notice how the fur texture is formed from the reused wood pieces. It’s also a nice photo opportunity because water gives you natural reflections and a sense of motion.

If you visit when the ground is damp, just be mindful of slick spots near the stream.

Stop 6 in Albertslund: Thomas On The Mountain for views and a place to sit

The final stop is Thomas On The Mountain in Albertslund. This one is all about comfort and perspective. Thomas has found a good place to chill on top of a hill, and from there you get a great view of the municipality of Albertslund. You’ll also be able to sit and enjoy the view with your group.

This is a great closing act because it slows everything down after the earlier crawl-and-explore moments. You’re still outdoors, but now you’re not searching for entry points—you’re settling in, letting the day land.

This also tends to work well for mixed-age groups. Kids burn energy on the earlier giants, and then adults get a straightforward “sit and look” payoff.

Guides, cars, and the private-tour feel that saves your time

This is a private experience, so only your group participates. That matters because you’re not stuck waiting for other people to move at their pace. It also keeps the tour feeling personal.

One guide named Vinod is mentioned in a recent experience as dedicated, and the transport was described as clean and cozy in a Tesla. I can’t promise every departure uses the same model, but the consistent theme is comfort and cleanliness—exactly what you want when you’re hopping between outdoor stops.

The guide’s tone also matters. One of the most praised parts is how friendly, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic the guidance feels. Even when you’re just standing near a giant for a few minutes, a good guide helps you notice details you might otherwise miss—like why a name was chosen or what materials were repurposed for a specific part of the sculpture.

Price and value: what you’re paying for at $935.81 per group

At $935.81 per group (up to four), this isn’t a budget activity. But it is priced like a private half-day with transportation and curated timing.

Here’s where the value comes in:

• You split the cost across up to four people. If you’re traveling as a family or a small group of friends, the per-person hit drops.
• Private transportation and pickup are included, which can save you from renting a car or juggling transit plus walking between distant sites.
• All fees and taxes are included, and bottled water is provided.
• Admission is free at each stop within the itinerary, so you don’t get hit with extra costs once you’re there.

The one clear trade-off is that lunch isn’t included. If you need a full meal, plan to handle it yourself either before or after the tour. For a four-hour window, many people treat this as a morning adventure and then eat later.

If you’re a solo traveler or a couple, the price may feel heavy. But if you hate logistics and want an efficient, guided route that feels playful and personal, the cost starts to make sense.

What to bring (and how to have the easiest day)

Because you’re outside at multiple sites, dress for changeable weather. The tour requires good weather, and that requirement is real, not just fine print.

Practical tips that help:

• Wear shoes you’re comfortable crawling around in and standing on near hills and water.
• Bring a light layer. Even in a half-day, outdoor weather can shift fast.
• Use your camera, but also give yourself a minute to just look at materials and names—those details are part of the payoff.
• If you’re with kids, this is a fun day, but set expectations that you’ll have short stops, not long museum-style hangs.

Also, the start time is 9:00 am, so plan to be ready early. You’ll get the most out of it when you’re not rushing.

Who should book this tour, and who might pause

This tour is a strong match if you:

• like interactive art (crawling in, not just looking)
• want a guided route to multiple sites without car hassle
• are traveling with kids who still enjoy imaginative play
• care about recycled-material craft and the stories behind it

You might pause if:

• crawling into tight spaces isn’t your thing
• your group needs fully flat, stroller-friendly routes (the tour does involve hills and entry points, and it’s outdoors)
• you’re visiting during a period where weather is likely to be rough, since it requires good conditions

Still, even with those caveats, the route feels designed for short attention spans and big smiles.

Should you book the Forgotten Giants Private Tour?

If you want a half-day in the Copenhagen area that feels playful, handmade, and different from the standard city hits, I’d say yes. The tour’s biggest wins are practical: private transportation, pickup, free admission at each giant, and a route that’s paced so you’re never stuck waiting around. Add in the recycled-material craftsmanship and the crawl-in moments, and you get an experience that feels more like an outing with a story than a standard sightseeing chore.

Book it when your schedule can handle weather shifts and you’re comfortable spending time outdoors. If your group is up for a little crawling and hill-walking, this tour delivers a rare mix of art, nature, and fun without turning your day into logistics.

FAQ

How long is the Forgotten Giants Private Tour?

The tour lasts about 4 hours.

What does the tour cost, and how many people can join?

It costs $935.81 per group and accommodates up to 4 people.

Do I need to pay entry fees at the troll locations?

No. The itinerary stops list free admission at each giant.

Is lunch included?

No, lunch is not included.

Is there transportation and pickup?

Yes. Private transportation is included, and pickup is offered. It also uses a mobile ticket.

What happens if the weather is bad?

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