The Six Forgotten Giants Trolls Hunt with Minibus

The best thing about this tour is the mix of giant wooden trolls and open-air adventure. You leave central Copenhagen for parks, lakes, hills, and quiet suburbs, then search on foot for six playful sculptures by Danish artist Thomas Dambo. Each troll has a different setting and personality, from a giant taking a nap to one helping people cross a stream.

I like the relaxed pace and the small minibus, which holds no more than eight people. The drives between stops are usually short, and guides such as Vinod add stories about the artist, the materials, and the people connected with the project. I also like that this gets you beyond the city center without requiring you to rent a car.

The main drawback is value. At $129.59 per person, you are paying for transport, a guide, and convenience rather than an expensive entrance ticket. If you already have a car and are happy to follow a map, you can visit the sculptures independently for less.

Six things to know before booking

• Six very different trolls: You visit Hill Top Trine, Sleeping Louis, Oscar Under the Bridge, Little Tilde, Teddy Friendly, and Thomas on the Mountain.
• A small-group ride: The minibus is limited to eight people, with private transportation included.
• Short walks at most stops: Some sculptures take about 10 minutes to reach, while one or two walks may run closer to 15 minutes each way.
• A genuine countryside break: The tour passes through nature preserves, lakes, wooded paths, streams, and open fields outside Copenhagen.
• Comfortable but active: The vehicle may have air conditioning and Wi-Fi, but you spend much of the morning outside, so bring water and wear walking shoes.
• A four-hour outing: The stated duration is about four hours, usually from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and you return to the original meeting point.

Why these six trolls are worth the trip outside Copenhagen

Thomas Dambo’s sculptures are not polished bronze monuments placed behind barriers. They are large wooden figures built from reclaimed materials and set in places where you can approach them, climb around them, and see how they interact with the land.

That makes the hunt feel more like a walk with a destination than a standard sightseeing circuit. You are not simply driven to six photo stops. You follow paths, look through trees, cross open ground, and sometimes catch a sculpture before you see it clearly.

The six figures also give the outing a nice range. Some are easy to reach and good for photographs. Others are partly hidden or viewed from a distance. Several invite you to sit, climb, or play around them, though you should use sensible care with wooden structures and uneven ground.

I find the art more interesting because of the materials. Scrapwood, old pallets, cut branches, and pieces from local industry become expressive faces, fur, hands, and limbs. The sculptures feel tied to the places where they were built rather than dropped into them afterward.

Meeting the minibus at Colbjørnsensgade

The tour starts at CPH Tours & Tickets on Colbjørnsensgade 15 at 10 a.m. The meeting point is near public transportation, which makes it practical if you are staying in central Copenhagen and do not have a car.

From there, private transportation takes you west of the center. The short drives between many stops help keep the morning moving without making it feel rushed. You get a chance to rest in the vehicle, hear local background from the guide, and watch the city give way to quieter suburban areas.

The small group is one of the tour’s strongest features. Eight people or fewer means you are not trying to gather a large crowd around each sculpture, and it is easier to hear the guide when standing outdoors. The minibus has been described as comfortable, with Wi-Fi available on some vehicles.

Do not treat this as a ride-only excursion. The vehicle is simply the link between six walks. Bring water, since it is not supplied onboard, and consider buying a drink before departure if needed.

Hill Top Trine in Hvidovre

The first stop is Hill Top Trine in Hvidovre. She sits on a small hill with a view over Avedøresletten, giving you a quick sense of the wide, open areas surrounding Copenhagen.

One of the fun details is that you can crawl into Trine’s hands. This makes the sculpture more interactive than a normal statue, and the raised position creates a natural photo point. Her name comes from one of the volunteers who helped with another of the hidden giants.

The walk here is not described as difficult, but the hill matters. In wet or poor weather, even a short slope can be less comfortable, so shoes with a good grip are useful. The reward is the view and the chance to begin the hunt with a sculpture that is easy to understand at a glance.

Allow about 30 minutes at this stop. That gives you time to walk up, hear the story, take photographs, and enjoy the view without being pushed along.

Sleeping Louis in Rødovre

Sleeping Louis rests on a wooded hill in Rødovre. This stop feels more tucked away than Hill Top Trine, with trees and nature around the sculpture.

The best feature is Louis’s open mouth. You can crawl inside it, sit, play, or even lie down for a moment. That makes this one especially appealing to families and anyone who enjoys the slightly silly side of the project.

The setting also shows how Dambo uses the site itself. Louis is not just a figure placed beside a road. The hill, trees, and hidden approach are part of the experience. You first move through the natural area, then find a giant figure apparently sleeping among it.

As with the other sculptures, you get roughly 30 minutes. The short visit is enough for photographs and exploration, though you may want longer if children are in your group and everyone wants a turn inside the mouth.

Oscar Under the Bridge in Ishøj

The sculpture at Ishøj is made from scrapwood taken from a demolished watermill and broken pallets from local industries. The use of those materials gives this stop a stronger connection to recycling and local work than a typical public artwork.

The figure is named for a Chilean artist who visited Thomas Dambo and helped during the period when the sculpture was being built. That personal link adds a human story to the wood and construction.

The location under a bridge gives the sculpture a different mood from the open hilltops and wooded slopes. You are seeing how an ordinary piece of infrastructure can become part of an art route. It is a good reminder that these trolls are designed for overlooked spaces, not just postcard views.

This stop may be less scenic than the open countryside locations, but it is valuable for the project’s materials and backstory. If you enjoy public art with an environmental angle, listen closely here.

Little Tilde beside Vallensbæk Mose

Little Tilde is located around Vallensbæk Mose, an area of wild nature and animal life. Unlike the sculptures you can approach directly, Tilde watches from the far side of a small lake.

That distance is part of the charm. You catch glimpses of her through the trees rather than walking right up to her feet. It makes the stop feel like a real hunt and rewards you for looking carefully.

The lake and trees also give this section a quieter pace. You are likely to spend time framing photographs through the vegetation and taking in the setting rather than climbing around the sculpture.

Little Tilde may be less satisfying if you want to touch every troll, but she adds variety to the route. Six sculptures that all worked the same way would grow dull. This one asks you to pause, look across the water, and accept a more distant encounter.

Teddy Friendly near the water

Teddy Friendly is made from local scrapwood, including cut pieces from trees that were felled nearby. Those pieces form his fur, giving the sculpture a rough, textured appearance.

He stands beside a water stream and extends a hand to help people cross. This is one of the clearest examples of a troll blending into its setting. The water is not just scenery. It shapes how you meet the sculpture.

You may find this stop particularly good for photographs because Teddy’s pose creates an obvious human-scale interaction. The name also fits the welcoming gesture, making the figure feel less threatening than some large wooden monsters might.

The ground around water can be uneven or damp, so stay aware of your footing. The tour is described as manageable for most people, but it is still an outdoor walk rather than a paved museum visit.

Thomas on the Mountain in Albertslund

The final sculpture is Thomas on the Mountain in Albertslund. He sits on top of a hill with a view over the municipality, and his long legs create a place where you can sit with friends.

This is a fitting final stop because it combines the playful scale of the trolls with a broad view of the area you have spent the morning exploring. After several wooded paths, lakes, and streams, you get a higher viewpoint and a chance to pause.

The hill may be one of the more demanding parts of the route, particularly in bad weather. The walk is not presented as a strenuous hike, but the tour does involve several outdoor approaches, and one hill can be challenging when conditions are poor.

Give yourself time to enjoy the view rather than treating Thomas as a quick final photograph. The sitting area makes it easier to relax, and the sculpture’s size becomes especially clear when people sit beside his legs.

How active is the four-hour route?

The tour lasts about four hours, with roughly 30 minutes at each sculpture and short drives between many stops. The walking varies by location. Some trolls are reached within about 10 minutes of the parking area, while one account describes walks of around 10 to 15 minutes each way at some locations.

That is not a hard hiking tour, but it is not suitable for someone hoping to remain in the vehicle. You should expect several walks on natural ground, hills, and paths near water. Comfortable shoes and a bottle of water are the basic requirements.

Most people can take part, but the route is not a good choice for anyone with limited or restricted mobility. The tour provider also notes that it depends on good weather. If poor weather cancels the trip, you are offered another date or a full refund.

Sun protection matters in summer. You may spend about three and a half hours outside, and the minibus does not replace the need for sunscreen, water, or weather-appropriate clothing.

What you are paying for at $129.59

The price is high if you think of the tour as six free sculptures and a few hours in a van. Every stop has free admission, and someone with a rental car can potentially make the route independently with an online map.

The value improves if you do not have a car. You avoid driving outside Copenhagen, finding six separate parking areas, working out the paths, and keeping track of a route through several municipalities. The driver also handles the timing, which matters when you want to see all six in one morning.

You are paying for more than a transfer service, too. Guides such as Vinod or Vino have explained the stories of the sculptures and their artist while walking with the group. The best version of this experience includes those details, plus local observations and a sense of humor.

The tour is also more appealing for solo visitors and couples who do not want to organize a full day around public transportation. For a family, the interactive sculptures and small group can make the cost easier to justify. For a group already renting a car, the price is harder to defend.

Who should book this troll hunt?

I would choose this tour if you want a break from museums, canals, and busy city streets. It gives you fresh air, gentle activity, and a memorable art project without requiring a full day away from Copenhagen.

Families are a natural fit because children can crawl into hands and mouths, sit beside giant legs, and help search through the trees. Solo visitors can also benefit from the small group, since the guide handles transport and the route provides an easy shared activity.

Art lovers should book it for the materials and settings as much as for the oversized figures. The stories about scrapwood, old industrial pieces, volunteers, and local places make the sculptures more meaningful than a quick photo stop.

I would hesitate if you have restricted mobility, dislike walking outdoors, or want a tightly packed city sightseeing schedule. I would also compare the price with the cost of renting a car if you are already comfortable driving and navigating on your own.

Free cancellation is available until 24 hours before the 10 a.m. start time. Changes or cancellations inside that window are not refunded, and the tour can also be canceled if its minimum group size is not met.

Should you book the Six Forgotten Giants tour?

Book it if you want a simple, social way to reach six unusual sculptures beyond central Copenhagen. The route is well paced, the minibus keeps the group small, and the mix of forests, lakes, hills, and reclaimed wood gives the morning real variety.

Skip it if you have a car, a map, and plenty of patience for planning your own route. The sculptures themselves are free, so the tour’s value rests on convenience, guiding, and the pleasure of letting someone else manage the morning.

For most visitors without a vehicle, I think the tour earns its place as a half-day outing. Wear walking shoes, bring water and sunscreen, and arrive ready to hunt rather than simply sit back and sightsee.

FAQ

Where does the Six Forgotten Giants tour start?

It starts at CPH Tours & Tickets, Colbjørnsensgade 15, 1652 København, Denmark. The meeting point is near public transportation.

What time does the tour begin?

The listed start time is 10 a.m. The experience lasts about four hours and ends back at the original meeting point.

How many people can join the tour?

The activity has a maximum of eight participants.

Is transportation included?

Yes. Private transportation and all fees and taxes are included. Lunch is not included.

Which trolls does the tour visit?

The route visits Hill Top Trine in Hvidovre, Sleeping Louis in Rødovre, Oscar Under the Bridge in Ishøj, Little Tilde in Vallensbæk Municipality, Teddy Friendly in Taastrup, and Thomas on the Mountain in Albertslund.

How much walking is involved?

You should expect walking at every stop. Some sculptures are around 10 minutes from the parking area, while some walks can take about 10 to 15 minutes each way. Comfortable shoes are recommended.

Can I cancel for a refund?

You can cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start are not refunded. If poor weather or an insufficient number of participants cancels the tour, you are offered another date or a full refund.