Four giants. One e-bike hunt. In Copenhagen, this private ride turns Thomas Dambo’s Forgotten Giants sculptures into an open-air treasure map across Greater Copenhagen. You’ll have a private guide, and you’ll get the pace-setting freedom to linger where the views (and the artwork) are worth the extra minutes.

What I like most is the combination of fun biking and real art context: you’ll spot all four named giants—Sleeping Louis, Little Tilde, Thomas on the Mountain, and Teddy Friendly—and learn what inspired Dambo to build them from local scrap wood and recycled materials. Second, I like that the tour includes the practical stuff you’d rather not worry about—e-bikes, safety equipment, and camera gear—so you can focus on the ride and the hunt. The only consideration: it’s outdoors and you need a strong fitness level, plus there are height and weight limits (minimum 158 cm; maximum 90 kg) to ride comfortably and safely.

Key points before you go

• Four named Forgotten Giants to hunt for: Sleeping Louis, Little Tilde, Thomas on the Mountain, and Teddy Friendly
• Private guiding with route control, so you can slow down, speed up, or adjust the plan with your group
• E-bike comfort built for mixed skill levels, with safety equipment and a modern e-bike for easier pedaling
• Camera support included, so you’re not forced to guess how to get photos of wooden giants
• Artist-chosen sculpture locations, picked by Dambo and his team for their natural beauty
• Zealand scenery by e-bike, making the ride part of the experience instead of just transportation

E-bike comfort for Copenhagen: built for easy pedaling

This tour is built around one big idea: you should be able to enjoy the ride without turning it into a workout test. The e-bikes are described as latest-technology and “luxurious,” designed for safe, easy, pleasant biking for all biking levels. Translation for you: if you can ride a bike at a basic level and follow instructions, the e-bike should help you keep moving and still enjoy the stops.

It also helps that the tour provides safety equipment. You’re not starting from scratch with helmets, gloves, or other gear, which makes the whole thing feel more turnkey. And since this is a private tour, your guide can pace the group around your comfort level rather than pushing a fixed rhythm.

One more practical thing I appreciate: you start and end right back at the meeting point at Bådehavnsgade 42P, 2450 København. That keeps the logistics simple. You’re not coordinating multiple transfers or trying to guess how far apart the sculpture sites are before you even begin. You just meet, get set up, and go.

A private treasure hunt for Thomas Dambo’s Forgotten Giants

The “treasure hunt” part is the fun engine of this tour. Instead of passively looking at art, you’re actively searching for these four wooden sculptures hidden around the Greater Copenhagen area. Each stop is tied to a character name, and that framing makes it feel like a game you can win—while still learning why the artwork exists.

The giants themselves are by Thomas Dambo, a world-renowned recycling artist. The material detail matters. These sculptures are made solely from local scrap wood and recycled materials, which changes how you view them. You’re not just seeing wood cut into a form; you’re seeing how waste becomes something imaginative, playful, and carefully placed.

Your guide’s role is to turn the hunt into a story you can follow. The experience also highlights that the sculpture locations were chosen by Dambo and his team for their natural beauty. That’s a key value point for you: the “setting” is part of the artwork’s intention, so the e-bike ride between sites is not filler.

The tour runs about 4 hours 30 minutes, and it starts at 10:00 am. Since it’s open-air, your plan depends on weather, but when conditions are good, the timing works well for a full morning outing that still leaves you time to eat and explore Copenhagen afterward.

Finding Sleeping Louis, Little Tilde, Thomas on the Mountain, and Teddy Friendly

This is the heart of the experience: you’ll see four Forgotten Giants hidden across Greater Copenhagen. Your named checklist is simple, which is exactly what you want for a treasure hunt—no vague “somewhere in the park” guessing.

Here’s what each stop contributes to the overall feeling of the tour:

Sleeping Louis

This one brings a calmer, more grounded vibe to the lineup. When you find him, take a moment to look not only at the character but at the craftsmanship. Dambo’s giants are made from scrap and recycled materials, so the surface textures and joins are part of the visual language.

Little Tilde

The “little” name is your hint that scale can shift how you experience the art. At this stop, I’d focus on perspective—how close you can get, how the sculpture sits in its chosen spot, and how the wooden construction changes how shadows and shapes fall around it.

Thomas on the Mountain

This stop is all about viewpoint. The title tells you to expect a “look out” feeling, and Dambo’s team picked the location for natural beauty. For you, that means your photo opportunities are tied to where you position yourself, not just what you point your camera at.

Teddy Friendly

This one lands closer to the playful side of the giants. Dambo’s work often balances whimsy with message, and a friendly teddy figure is an easy way to connect with the emotional tone of recycled art.

Between these stops, you’ll ride through Zealand’s scenery on an e-bike. That matters because each sculpture isn’t a single photo moment—it’s a small pause in a moving route. You’ll arrive, look, learn, take photos, then glide to the next surprise.

Zealand scenery by e-bike: why the ride is part of the art

You might think this tour is mainly “reach the statues, take photos, move on.” But the way it’s described makes it more than that. The route is framed around experiencing Zealand’s stunning scenery, and the sculpture locations were selected for natural beauty. So the ride is basically the connective tissue.

On an e-bike, that changes the whole pace. You can cover distance without feeling wiped out, which helps you spend more time at each giant instead of rushing between them. It’s also a better fit for mixed skill levels, since the e-bike does the heavy lifting while you steer and enjoy.

Also, since this is private, you’re less likely to feel “on someone else’s schedule.” If you want an extra few minutes at Thomas on the Mountain for a better viewpoint, you can ask. If you’d rather keep the energy up and move steadily, your guide can do that too.

This setup is a strong value for you if you’ve spent time in Copenhagen mostly on foot. Walking is lovely, but it can mean more time stuck in transit. Here, you’re using the e-bike to turn travel time into scenery time.

What you get included: e-bike, safety kit, and camera gear

The inclusions are one of the smartest parts of this experience. You’re not paying for a vague “guided walk.” You’re getting equipment and support that help you enjoy the art instead of managing details.

Included items:

• E-bikes
• Safety equipment
• Camera gear

That camera-gear detail is worth noting. Plenty of tours say photos are welcome, then give you nothing beyond good lighting advice. Here, you’re told camera gear is provided, which suggests the operator expects you to photograph the sculptures. In practice, that usually means fewer awkward barriers like not knowing what angle to chase or how to stabilize shots at the sculpture spots.

The e-bike and safety equipment are the other half of the equation. Even if you’re a confident rider, Copenhagen weather and outdoor routes can make things feel unpredictable. Safety gear plus a modern e-bike setup reduces friction so you can focus on the treasure hunt.

Your guide—listed as Hisham in a highly positive review—also seems to run the tours with real practical planning. Another name that comes up is Tamas, connected with knowledge and fun during the outing. I’d expect that combination: a guide who understands both the route and how to make the art story land while you’re moving.

How the itinerary flows: private pacing from stop to stop

The tour is built around the same central theme: the Forgotten Giants. You’ll start at 10:00 am at Bådehavnsgade 42P, ride out to find the sculptures, and return back to the meeting point when the tour ends. That simple structure is easier to plan around than tours that scatter you across multiple drop-off locations.

A “private tour/activity” also changes your experience of the stops. Instead of navigating crowds or keeping up with strangers, you can treat each giant like a mini attraction. Your guide can adjust the itinerary, which matters because weather, comfort, and photo choices don’t always follow a strict timeline.

One small caution to keep in mind: since the tour requires good weather, the flow depends on conditions. If rain or poor weather hits, you could be offered a different date or a full refund. That’s not a downside of the tour itself—it’s a reminder that this experience is truly outdoor-based.

Price and value: $209 for guided e-bike art hunting

At $209.00 per person for about 4 hours 30 minutes, you’re paying for a specific bundle: a private guide, modern e-bikes, safety equipment, and camera gear, plus admission-like value through guided storytelling about the giants. If you tried to recreate this solo, you’d still face the biggest friction: route planning, finding the right spots, and understanding what you’re looking at beyond a quick internet search.

Private tours cost more than group versions for a reason. Here, that added cost buys you two things that matter in the field: flexible pacing and a guide who can help you connect the sculptures to Dambo’s recycling concept and the natural-beauty choices behind placement. That’s why the experience feels like more than just “transport to statues.”

The pricing also makes more sense if you’re traveling as a couple or small group who wants a quieter, more personal style of outing. And since the average booking time is 176 days in advance, it suggests this is a popular seasonal plan—so you’ll likely get better availability by reserving early.

Who should book this e-bike giant hunt?

This is a good fit if you want:

• A private, guided art hunt rather than a standard museum stop
• Easy-to-moderate outdoor biking with e-bike support
• A clear set of goals: find four named giants
• A hands-on art angle tied to recycling and local scrap wood

It’s also a great option if you’re in Copenhagen and you want to get out beyond the city center vibe without losing comfort. Zealand scenery plus an e-bike is a tidy way to do that.

You should think twice if you don’t meet the ride requirements. The experience asks for a strong physical fitness level and has limits: minimum height 158 cm and maximum weight 90 kg. If either of those doesn’t fit your body, you might want to look for another way to enjoy Dambo’s work that doesn’t require e-bike participation.

Should you book? My decision guide

I’d book this tour if you like your sightseeing to have a mission. Finding four Forgotten Giants feels playful, but the guide support and the recycling-art context keep it grounded. I also think the included safety equipment and camera gear make it better value than “just rent a bike and hope for the best.”

I would not book it if you’re looking for a low-effort indoor plan, because this is open-air and weather matters. Also, be honest about your biking comfort and fitness level—this tour expects you can handle an outdoor e-bike route while staying within the height and weight limits.

If you want a memorable Copenhagen experience that mixes movement, art, and a real creator story—Thomas Dambo turning scrap into sculptures—this one is a strong match.

FAQ

Where does the tour start and end?

The tour starts at Bådehavnsgade 42P, 2450 København, Denmark, and it ends back at the same meeting point.

How long is the e-bike adventure?

It lasts about 4 hours 30 minutes.

What time does the tour begin?

The start time is 10:00 am.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. It’s a private tour/activity, so only your group participates.

Which Forgotten Giants will I see?

You’ll visit four sculptures: Sleeping Louis, Little Tilde, Thomas on the Mountain, and Teddy Friendly.

What’s included with the e-bike?

You get an e-bike, safety equipment, and camera gear.

What language is the tour offered in?

The tour is offered in English.

What fitness and size requirements apply?

The tour requires a strong physical fitness level. There is a minimum height of 158 cm and a maximum weight of 90 kg.

What happens if the weather is poor?

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

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. If you cancel less than 24 hours before the start time, the amount paid is not refunded.