E-biking Central Forgotten Giants’ s Adventure

Trolls, forests, and a good bike ride await. This private e-bike trip takes you beyond central Copenhagen to four large wooden sculptures by recycling artist Thomas Dambo, with the route passing through green spaces, residential areas, forests, fields, and bike paths. You get the use of an e-bike, helmet, and bottled water, plus an English-speaking guide to keep the route moving.

I like the combination of outdoor exercise and unusual public art, and I also like that the tour shows you parts of Zealand most city tours skip. Guides such as Tamas, Thomas, Daniel, and Sam have added local stories, humor, photo stops, and helpful advice about Danish life. The main consideration is distance: this is not a gentle spin around town. The ride may cover roughly 25 to 30 miles, or 40 to 50 kilometers, and some parts use gravel, dirt, or uneven paths.

Key points to know before booking

• Four giant sculptures in one ride: Find Sleeping Louis, Little Tilde, Thomas on the Mountain, and Hilltop Trine.
• A real countryside outing: The route includes woods, ponds, fields, gardens, and farmland, not just city streets.
• Electric help, not a chauffeur: The e-bike makes hills and distance easier, but you still need to pedal and handle the bike confidently.
• Private touring: Your own group participates, which allows the guide to adjust the pace and offer individual help.
• Bring basic cycling confidence: Several hours in the saddle and sections of loose or bumpy ground require more than casual bike experience.
• Check the size rules: You must be at least 158 centimeters tall and weigh no more than 90 kilograms.

Why these Forgotten Giants make a good Copenhagen side trip

Copenhagen is famous for canals, design, palaces, and orderly bike lanes. This trip gives you something different: a few hours of open country and large wooden figures hidden away from the usual sightseeing circuit.

The sculptures are part of Thomas Dambo’s Forgotten Giants project. They are made from local scrap wood and recycled materials, which gives them a rough, playful look rather than the polished finish of a museum statue. Each one sits in a place chosen for its natural setting, so the sculpture is only half the attraction. The other half is the walk or ride to reach it.

I like that the art works as a treasure hunt. You are not simply driven to a series of photo stops. You follow your guide through the outskirts of Greater Copenhagen, keeping an eye out for the next giant while the city gives way to trees, fields, ponds, cows, horses, sheep, and gardens.

The ride also gives you a better sense of Denmark beyond the postcard center. You may pass through residential neighborhoods and ordinary green spaces before reaching the more scenic paths. That change of scene is one of the strongest reasons to book.

The route from Bådehavnsgade to the countryside

The meeting point is Bådehavnsgade 42P in Copenhagen, with a 10:00 a.m. start. The experience returns to the same meeting point, which is useful if you have left luggage or other belongings nearby, but the starting area is not one of Copenhagen’s most obvious visitor hubs.

You should check the route to the meeting point before the morning of your tour. One traveler found the location difficult to identify and not especially convenient for getting a taxi afterward. The operator provides final directions, but I would still allow time to get there and confirm the exact meeting instructions.

Before setting off, the guide should explain Danish cycling rules and help you get comfortable with the e-bike. This matters if you have never used an electric bike. The controls are generally easy to learn, but you need to understand the assist levels, brakes, seat height, and gears before the group begins covering ground.

The e-bikes are designed for easy, safe riding, and several guides have been praised for giving patient tutorials. Daniel helped first-time riders adjust to the bikes, while Tamas and Thomas were noted for checking that riders felt safe. Ask for another explanation if the gearing or electric assistance feels unclear. There is no prize for pretending you understand it.

Four sculptures, four different settings

The main goal is to find four Forgotten Giants. The sculptures are large wooden figures, so each stop gives you a strong photo opportunity and a chance to hear about Dambo’s methods and ideas.

Sleeping Louis is one of the four figures on the route. Little Tilde, Thomas on the Mountain, and Hilltop Trine complete the group. The exact order may vary depending on route conditions and the guide’s planning, so think of the experience as a moving hunt rather than a fixed museum itinerary.

Each sculpture stop is brief compared with the full ride, but the settings make them memorable. You may be standing at the edge of a wood, beside open fields, or near a broad green view. The artist and his team selected the locations for their natural beauty, and that choice gives the figures a sense of place.

I particularly like the contrast between the enormous wooden forms and the quiet countryside around them. The sculptures are playful, but they also make you pay attention to forgotten corners of the region. They are not simply objects to photograph and leave behind.

Your guide can also explain how the figures were built from recycled and locally sourced scrap wood. That gives the art a useful environmental angle without turning the ride into a formal lecture. Guides have also shared details about Danish culture, conservation, daily life, and places to eat after the tour.

What the e-bike really changes

The electric motor is the reason this route can work in three and a half hours. The total distance reported by riders has ranged from about 25 miles to 30 miles, with one account estimating 45 to 50 kilometers including stops. Those figures are much longer than a short city sightseeing ride.

Electric assistance helps with hills, headwinds, and long stretches between sculptures. Riders who were not used to e-bikes often became comfortable quickly after a short introduction. One guide even added small challenges once the rider had learned to handle the gears and assist levels.

Still, an e-bike does not remove every physical demand. You must steer, brake, balance, pedal, and stay alert around other cyclists or on rough ground. The tour description asks for a moderate level of physical fitness, and that is sensible.

One detailed account described around 15 percent of the route as loose gravel, dirt paths, or short cuts across fields. That means you should be ready for a less polished surface than you might expect from Copenhagen’s famous urban cycle lanes. A rider also noted that the pace is purposeful rather than leisurely.

I would choose this experience if you are comfortable riding a bicycle for several hours. If you rarely cycle, ask the guide about the route and pace before departure. The electric assistance helps, but it cannot replace basic bike control or stamina.

The guides add much of the value

The sculptures are the reason to book, but the guide can shape the day. The strongest experiences have included humor, local stories, safety advice, and flexibility when weather or rider confidence required a change.

Tamas has been praised for being friendly, funny, patient, and attentive to safety. Thomas has shared information about Danish environmental efforts and suggested places for lunch. Daniel has added playful challenges and cultural background. Sam has been described as warm and helpful, including during a ride affected by rain and an injury.

The tour is private, so your group does not have to match the needs of a large mixed party. That can make a major difference. A first-time e-bike rider may need more time at the start, while an experienced cyclist may appreciate a quicker pace. The guide can also help with photos, point out animals, and make small stops when conditions allow.

The experience is offered in English. Service animals are allowed, and the meeting point is near public transportation, though the exact access details should be checked before you go.

Weather, snacks, and the rhythm of the ride

This is an outdoor experience, so weather affects the day. The operator may cancel if conditions are poor and will offer another date or a full refund in that case. Even when the tour runs, rain can change the feel of the ride.

Some riders have enjoyed the route in rain with raincoats, while another group stopped for coffee and pastry during a thunderstorm before continuing. That tells you something practical: pack weather protection even if the forecast looks acceptable.

Bottled water is provided. Guides have also made informal snack stops, and riders have encountered wild raspberries, strawberries, apples, goats, sheep, and other countryside details along the way. These moments are not guaranteed parts of the program, but they show how the trip can feel more personal than a standard point-to-point excursion.

The listed duration is about three hours and 30 minutes. Expect most of that time to involve riding, with stops for the four sculptures, photographs, restrooms, and occasional refreshments. This is not a tour where you spend long periods sitting around while the guide talks.

Is $199 a fair price?

At $199 per person, this is an expensive half-day activity. The price needs to be judged against what is included: a private English-language guide, e-bike rental, helmet, bottled water, route planning, and access to four outlying sculptures that would be difficult to visit efficiently on your own.

The value is strongest for two or more people who want a guided outdoor activity and would otherwise need to arrange bikes, research the sculpture locations, plan a route, and manage navigation across the outskirts. You are paying for the equipment and the logistics as much as for the art.

The value is weaker if you want a slow sightseeing ride or if you are mainly interested in the sculptures themselves. You could find individual figures by other means, but reaching all four in a short period would take planning and a good understanding of local paths.

The tour is commonly booked well ahead, with an average booking lead time of about 50 days. That suggests you should reserve early if your Copenhagen dates are fixed, especially if you need a private departure.

Who should book this ride?

I would recommend it to active visitors who have already seen some of central Copenhagen and want a different side of the region. It is also a good match for art lovers who enjoy public sculpture, recycled materials, and a little surprise in the route.

It suits couples, friends, and families with older children who meet the height requirement and can manage the distance. One family used a cargo bike arrangement when two riders were too short for the standard bikes, but this should not be treated as a guaranteed option. Confirm any special needs in advance.

You should think twice if you dislike cycling in traffic, have limited bike experience, or find 25 to 30 miles uncomfortable. The tour is described as suitable for most experience levels, but the detailed ride reports show that it still requires steady riding and some confidence on uneven paths.

The minimum height is 158 centimeters and the maximum weight is 90 kilograms. Those limits are important and should be checked before booking. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time, while later cancellations are not refunded.

Should you book the Forgotten Giants e-bike adventure?

Book it if you want a real change of pace from central Copenhagen, enjoy cycling, and like art with a story behind it. The four giants are fun, but the wider reward is the countryside route, the quiet green spaces, and the chance to see ordinary parts of Zealand that most short city tours miss.

Skip it if you want a relaxed ride with little effort. Despite the electric assistance, this is a substantial outing with a firm schedule, variable surfaces, and several hours on a bike seat.

For the right rider, $199 buys more than four sculpture photos. It buys a guided route, good equipment, local conversation, and a memorable way to connect Copenhagen with the countryside around it.

FAQ

Where does the tour start?

The tour starts at Bådehavnsgade 42P, 2450 København, Denmark.

What time does the experience begin?

The scheduled start time is 10:00 a.m.

Where does the tour finish?

The tour finishes back at the meeting point.

How long does the experience last?

The listed duration is approximately three hours and 30 minutes.

Which sculptures are included?

The route includes Sleeping Louis, Little Tilde, Thomas on the Mountain, and Hilltop Trine.

Are e-bikes and helmets provided?

Yes. The experience includes use of an e-bike and a helmet. Bottled water is also provided.

What physical requirements apply?

You need a moderate level of physical fitness. The minimum height is 158 centimeters, and the maximum weight is 90 kilograms.

Can I cancel for a refund?

You can cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. If poor weather or an insufficient number of participants causes the operator to cancel, you will be offered another date or a full refund.