Copenhagen: Private Forgotten Giants E-Bike Treasure Hunt

Four wooden giants await outside Copenhagen. This private e-bike tour takes you through Glostrup, Høje-Taastrup, Albertslund, and Valensbæk to meet Thomas Dambo’s playful recycling sculptures. I like the easy-to-ride Maravelo e-bike and the chance to see quiet parks and countryside that most Copenhagen visitors miss. The main drawback is the tight schedule, which can make the return ride feel rushed.

I also like the personal guide and private-group format, especially for riders who want help getting comfortable on an e-bike. The route has safe bike paths, pleasant scenery, and stops at Sleeping Louis, Little Tilde, Thomas on the Mountain, and Teddy Friendly. Plan your food and coffee before or after, since a café stop is not built into the standard timing.

Four giant sculptures, four different reasons to ride

• Meet Thomas Dambo’s recycled-wood giants: See Sleeping Louis, Little Tilde, Thomas on the Mountain, and Teddy Friendly in their outdoor settings.
• Ride beyond central Copenhagen: The route reaches Glostrup, Høje-Taastrup, Albertslund, and Valensbæk, showing you a quieter side of Zealand.
• Use a Maravelo electric bike: The latest-technology e-bike is designed to make the route comfortable for different biking levels.
• Enjoy a private tour: Your guide can focus on your pace, questions, and comfort rather than managing a large group.
• Capture the ride: A Livall high-tech safety helmet and Osmo Pocket Camera are included for high-quality video shooting.
• Allow three and a half hours: The experience lasts 210 minutes, with around 30 minutes of riding to the outer area and a longer stretch through the western suburbs.

Why this is more than a sculpture hunt

Thomas Dambo’s Forgotten Giants are large wooden figures made from local scrap wood and recycled materials. Their appeal is simple: they turn parks, woods, and open spaces into a playful treasure hunt, giving you a reason to explore places you probably would not choose on a first Copenhagen visit.

I like the way the art and the route work together. You are not being driven from one polished attraction to another. You are pedaling through the outskirts, following paths and green spaces, and then spotting a huge wooden figure where you least expect it.

The sculptures also give the tour a clear purpose. A standard bike ride through suburban Copenhagen could feel like a long outing with no single focus. Here, each giant becomes a target, a photo stop, and a talking point about recycling, public art, and the use of local materials.

The experience is especially appealing if you have already seen the central sights. Copenhagen’s canals, palaces, and old streets are excellent, but the city is only part of the picture. This outing lets you see how parks, paths, lakes, and residential areas connect beyond the center.

Starting at Bådehavnsgade 42P

The meeting point is outside BetaFactory Trifolium at Bådehavnsgade 42P, 2450 København SV. You begin by getting set up with the Maravelo e-bike, safety equipment, and a bottle of water.

The electric assistance matters here. The route covers several districts and includes a substantial amount of riding, but the motor makes the trip suitable for more than strong, experienced cyclists. One of the clearest strengths of the experience is how quickly riders can get used to the bikes.

You also receive a Livall high-tech helmet and an Osmo Pocket Camera for high-quality video shooting. Those extras make this feel more like a specially equipped private outing than a basic bike rental, though you should still expect to do the riding yourself.

The guides speak English, Danish, Russian, or Arabic. A live guide stays with your private group, so you can ask about the sculptures, the route, or the areas you pass through. The available information does not name individual guides, but the guide is a major part of the experience: a friendly, enthusiastic leader can make the e-bike setup and the sculpture hunt much more enjoyable.

The first 30 minutes: leaving Copenhagen by electric bike

The opening ride lasts about 30 minutes. It carries you away from the meeting point and toward the western side of the Copenhagen area.

This first section is useful for getting your bearings on the bike. You can learn how the electric assistance feels before the route becomes more substantial. If you have never used an e-bike, do not worry about looking polished immediately. The point of this early stretch is to settle into the controls and the rhythm of the ride.

You will not spend this part visiting a major landmark. Its value is practical. It gets you out of the starting area and onto the wider route, while the guide sets the tone for the rest of the outing.

Glostrup: a 50-minute introduction to the giants

The Glostrup section lasts about 50 minutes and forms the first main part of the treasure hunt. You ride through the area and begin meeting the large wooden figures placed around Greater Copenhagen.

Glostrup is part of the appeal because it does not feel like a conventional sightseeing stop. The activity gives you a reason to look at the parks and paths around the district, rather than simply passing through on a train or road.

One practical point is worth keeping in mind: the timing is active. The schedule gives you time to ride and see the sculptures, but not necessarily time for long unscheduled pauses at every location. If you enjoy taking many photographs, listening to long explanations, or letting children set the pace, the private format may help, but the overall three-and-a-half-hour limit still matters.

Høje-Taastrup: the longest and most scenic section

The Høje-Taastrup portion takes about 80 minutes, making it the longest part of the route. This is where you get the strongest sense of leaving the central city behind and seeing more of Zealand’s open scenery.

The route here is not just transport between sculptures. It is a bike tour through parks and natural areas, with views that feel very different from central Copenhagen. The changing scenery is one of the most praised parts of the outing, especially for people who want to explore parts of the region they would not reach on foot.

This section is also likely to be the best time for the guide to explain Thomas Dambo’s work. The sculptures are made from local scrap wood and recycled materials, and the project encourages people to seek them out in outdoor places. That idea gives the ride its playful character without turning it into a formal museum visit.

The giant names help you remember the route. Sleeping Louis has a calm, resting feel suggested by its name. Little Tilde offers a smaller-sounding contrast. Thomas on the Mountain and Teddy Friendly continue the friendly, storybook mood. The figures are not presented as isolated objects in a gallery. Their surroundings are part of the experience.

One important note: the advertised experience centers on four giants, but one account of the ride describes meeting three. If seeing every named sculpture is essential to your plans, confirm the day’s exact route with E-Adventures Denmark before booking. The provided tour details identify all four, but the on-the-ground timing may affect how many you reach.

Albertslund and the return toward Copenhagen

The Albertslund section takes about 45 minutes and brings the ride back toward the starting point. By now, you will have spent a good amount of time on the e-bike, so the electric assistance becomes even more useful.

This is the part where the schedule can feel tight. One participant enjoyed the route but felt there was too little time for a coffee break and that the return ride moved too quickly. That is a fair concern. The listed duration is 210 minutes, and the route includes several districts, four intended sculpture stops, and the initial and final stretches.

A more relaxed version would need extra time. The guide may be able to stop for water, and one earlier outing included time for ice cream or beer beside a lake, but you should not count on a full café visit as part of the standard plan. A café about 10 minutes from the end was suggested for lunch and coffee, making it a useful post-tour option.

The return is not merely a wrap-up. It gives you another look at the bike paths and parks around Albertslund before you arrive back at Bådehavnsgade 42P. Still, if you prefer slow sightseeing, you may wish this final section were less hurried.

What the Maravelo e-bike adds

The Maravelo is one of the strongest practical features of the tour. It is described as a luxurious, latest-technology e-bike intended to make riding safe, easy, and pleasant for different biking levels.

That makes the tour more approachable than a standard cycling excursion. You do not need to arrive as a serious cyclist to enjoy it. The e-bike can reduce the strain of a longer route and help a private group stay together.

The equipment package adds another layer. The Livall safety helmet is a high-tech model, and the Osmo Pocket Camera is provided for high-quality video shooting. These details will matter most if you want a record of the ride, the sculptures, and the scenery rather than a few quick phone photographs.

You are still responsible for being comfortable on a bike. The tour is not suitable for children under 14, and the 210-minute length means you should be ready for a real outing rather than a short city spin. Comfortable clothing and sensible shoes are a practical choice, although the supplied information does not specify a dress code.

What the private format is worth at $213

The price is $213 per person. That is a serious cost for a bike tour, so the value depends on what you want from the day.

You are paying for a private group, a live guide, the Maravelo e-bike, safety equipment, a camera, and a bottle of water. You also get a route that covers several parts of Greater Copenhagen and would be difficult to reproduce without planning.

For two people or a small group, the private arrangement can make sense. You avoid being tied to a large group’s pace, and you can ask more questions about the art or the areas along the route. It is also useful if one rider needs a little extra help with the e-bike.

The price is harder to justify if you mainly want to see one sculpture or take a short ride. The route is long, the main attraction is spread across several districts, and the schedule does not include a guaranteed meal or coffee stop. I would compare it with the cost of renting bikes and planning your own route, but remember that the independent option would not include the guide, the specialized equipment, or the ready-made sculpture hunt.

The strongest value comes from the combination of transport, outdoor art, and access to less familiar parts of the region. You are buying a full activity, not simply admission to an attraction.

Who will enjoy this ride most

I would choose this tour if you want to combine active sightseeing with something unusual. It suits adults and older teens aged 14 and above who can handle several hours on a bike and enjoy outdoor art more than formal galleries.

It is also a good match for:

• Couples wanting a private activity outside the city center
• Friends who want an easy introduction to electric bikes
• Art lovers interested in recycling and public sculpture
• Repeat Copenhagen visitors looking for parks and suburban scenery
• Small groups that value a flexible guide and a shared route

I would think twice if you want a slow food-and-coffee day. The schedule is built around riding and sculpture stops, not long breaks. I would also avoid booking it if you dislike cycling, since the electric motor helps with effort but does not remove the need to ride for most of the afternoon.

The age rule is clear: children under 14 cannot join. The private group format may be helpful for families with older children, but the supplied details do not give a minimum or maximum group size.

Timing, languages, and cancellation

The tour lasts 210 minutes, or three and a half hours. Starting times vary, so you need to check availability for your date.

The guide can lead the tour in English, Danish, Russian, or Arabic. That range is useful for mixed-language groups, and a private booking lets you choose the language that works best for your party.

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later, which is helpful if your Copenhagen schedule is still moving around. These policies do not change the character of the tour, but they reduce the risk of committing too early.

My verdict on the four-giant route

I like this tour because it gives Copenhagen a wider frame. You ride beyond the postcard center, use a comfortable electric bike, and reach public art that rewards curiosity. The sculptures are lighthearted, but the recycled materials and outdoor placement give the experience something to think about.

The main weakness is pace. Three and a half hours is enough for a lively route, but it leaves limited room for coffee, long photo sessions, or lingering beside each giant. One outing included pleasant stops for water and time for ice cream or beer by a lake, but you should treat that as dependent on the guide and the day, not a guaranteed feature.

At 4.6 out of 5 from eight ratings, the experience has a strong record, with particular praise for the e-bikes, friendly guides, varied scenery, and easy bike paths. The clearest caution is the feeling that the schedule can rush the return.

Should you book it?

Book this tour if you want a private, active half-day with unusual art, open scenery, and a high-quality e-bike. It is especially worthwhile for repeat visitors, couples, and small groups who would rather explore the outskirts than spend another day among central Copenhagen sights.

Skip it if your priority is a slow café ride, a short city tour, or a guaranteed leisurely visit to every sculpture. If you do book, wear comfortable riding clothes, expect a full three-and-a-half-hour outing, and consider saving lunch or coffee for the café suggested near the end.

FAQ

Where does the Forgotten Giants e-bike tour begin?

It begins outside BetaFactory Trifolium at Bådehavnsgade 42P, 2450 København SV, Denmark.

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts 210 minutes, or three and a half hours.

Which Forgotten Giants are included?

The experience is designed to visit Sleeping Louis, Little Tilde, Thomas on the Mountain, and Teddy Friendly.

Is the tour private?

Yes. It is offered as a private-group experience with a live guide.

What languages are available?

The guide can conduct the tour in English, Danish, Russian, or Arabic.

Are children allowed to join?

Children under 14 are not permitted to participate.