Copenhagen: Private Forgotten Giants E-Bike Treasure Hunt

The main attraction here is not Copenhagen’s postcard center. It is the city’s greener outer edge, where a private e-bike ride links four huge wooden sculptures by recycling artist Thomas Dambo. You follow bike paths through Glostrup, Høje-Taastrup, Albertslund, and Valensbæk, searching for Sleeping Louis, Little Tilde, Thomas on the Mountain, and Teddy Friendly.

I like two things right away: the route shows you parks and open countryside that are easy to miss from central Copenhagen, and the Maravelo e-bike makes a long ride manageable for different biking levels. The local guide adds context about Dambo’s recycled materials and helps keep the treasure hunt moving.

The main drawback is the pace. Three and a half hours is enough time to reach all four sculptures, but it leaves little room for a relaxed café break or a slow return ride. If you want frequent stops, photos, and time beside a lake, you may find the schedule brisk.

Key points to know before you book

• Four giant sculptures: Search for Sleeping Louis, Little Tilde, Thomas on the Mountain, and Teddy Friendly across Greater Copenhagen.
• A private 210-minute ride: You ride with your own group and a live guide rather than joining a large shared tour.
• Outer-Copenhagen scenery: The route passes through Glostrup, Høje-Taastrup, Albertslund, and Valensbæk, with parks, paths, and open views.
• Easy electric biking: The Maravelo e-bike is designed for comfortable riding, while a Livall safety helmet is included.
• More than a standard bike tour: You learn how Thomas Dambo builds giant figures from local scrap wood and recycled materials.
• Plan for a fairly quick schedule: Bring your own snack if you want more than the included bottle of water.

Why these Forgotten Giants are worth the ride

Thomas Dambo’s sculptures give this outing a clear purpose. You are not simply pedaling around the suburbs looking for pretty scenery. You have four oversized wooden characters to find, each placed away from the usual sightseeing circuit.

The figures are made from local scrap wood and recycled materials. That gives the art a strong connection to its setting. The sculptures are playful, but the project also asks you to look at discarded materials in a new way. Your guide explains what inspired Dambo and how the figures fit into his sustainable approach.

The treasure hunt format keeps the ride light. You have a destination at each stage, and the sculptures make natural photo stops. The figures are also set in outdoor areas, so you get a mix of art, trees, paths, and open views rather than a string of indoor attractions.

This is a good choice if you have already seen central Copenhagen and want a different side of Zealand. It is also useful for visitors who like art but do not want a formal gallery visit. The route turns the whole outing into the gallery.

Starting at Bådehavnsgade 42P

The tour begins outside BetaFactory Trifolium at Bådehavnsgade 42P, 2450 København SV. This is not the city’s classic center, so allow enough time to reach the meeting point and avoid arriving at the last minute.

You receive the Maravelo e-bike, a Livall high-tech safety helmet, and a bottle of water. The equipment is part of the price, so you do not need to arrange your own rental bike for the outing.

The first electric-bike section lasts about 30 minutes. This gives you time to get comfortable with the bike before the route reaches the longer sightseeing sections. If you have little experience with electric bikes, use this opening stretch to ask your guide about the controls, braking, and riding position.

The technology is one of the practical strengths here. Electric assistance takes some of the strain out of a route that lasts three and a half hours, while the safety helmet adds reassurance on a full-day sightseeing schedule compressed into one half-day outing.

An Osmo Pocket Camera is also included for high-quality video shooting. That is an unusual extra for a bike tour. You should confirm with your guide how it will be used during your ride, but the equipment is intended to help record the experience rather than simply provide transport.

Glostrup brings the first change of scenery

The Glostrup section lasts about 50 minutes. By this point, you are moving beyond the starting area and getting the first real sense of the ride’s purpose: seeing parts of Greater Copenhagen that you probably would not reach on foot from the historic center.

The route uses bike paths and outdoor areas, with the guide leading the way. That matters in a region where the pleasure comes from linking several districts without having to plan every turn yourself.

Glostrup is not presented as a long stop for monuments or museums. Think of it as part of the moving experience, with the bike ride itself carrying you through the area. You will have opportunities to enjoy the scenery, but the overall plan is to keep going toward the sculptures.

I like this section for visitors who want local scale. Copenhagen can feel compact around its canals and central squares, yet the wider urban area has parks, paths, and quieter corners. This ride lets you see that broader setting without committing to a difficult independent route.

Høje-Taastrup is the longest part of the hunt

The Høje-Taastrup section takes about 80 minutes, making it the longest stop or riding block in the schedule. This is where the tour most clearly shifts from a city outing to a countryside-style bike experience.

You should expect scenic views of Zealand’s nature and plenty of time on the bike. The exact balance between riding and sculpture stops depends on how the group moves, but the area provides the room needed for an open-air treasure hunt.

The long section also explains why an electric bike is useful. You are not riding a short loop before lunch. You are covering several districts and need enough energy for the full route. The motor assistance lets you focus more on the views and less on how much distance remains.

This is also the part where timing may matter most. A private group can usually move at a sensible pace, but the tour still has to connect four destinations and return to Copenhagen. One useful approach is to take your main photos at each giant and avoid turning every stop into a long portrait session.

If you hope to stop for coffee, make that clear early. The schedule does not list a café break, and the included refreshment is a bottle of water. A later stop beside a lake for ice cream or beer may be possible depending on the guide and timing, but it should not be treated as a guaranteed part of the tour.

The four sculptures are the real checkpoints

The route is built around four named figures:

• Sleeping Louis
• Little Tilde
• Thomas on the Mountain
• Teddy Friendly

Each sculpture acts as a reward for the ride to that location. You get the fun of finding large characters in outdoor settings, then a chance to look closely at the construction and take photographs.

Because the figures are made from local scrap wood and recycled materials, they feel different from polished public monuments. Their rough, handmade look is part of the appeal. You can see how a creative project can give old materials a second purpose and bring attention to places outside the standard sightseeing path.

The names also keep the experience playful. This is not an art lecture where you need prior knowledge. Your guide can explain the ideas behind Dambo’s work while you enjoy the simple pleasure of discovering something oversized in an unexpected setting.

The four locations are spread across the route, so do not expect to see all the giants together. The ride between them is a major part of the tour, not dead time between attractions. That makes this a good fit for people who enjoy motion, fresh air, and changing scenery as much as the sculptures themselves.

Albertslund and the return ride

The Albertslund section is listed as a 45-minute electric-bike ride. It forms part of the return journey after the longer Høje-Taastrup section and continues the mix of paths, parks, and suburban scenery.

This is the stage where fatigue can show up. Even with electric assistance, three and a half hours on a bike is a real physical commitment. You should be comfortable sitting on a bicycle for an extended period, and you should bring clothing suited to outdoor conditions.

The route returns to Bådehavnsgade 42P. The schedule is tidy, but it does not leave much spare time. If you stop often for photos or ride slowly, the final stretch may feel rushed. If you prefer a smooth route with a clear finish time, that same structure will feel reassuring.

A useful tip is to save some water for the return. The tour provides one bottle, but the information does not promise additional drinks. If you know you drink a lot while cycling, bring extra water of your own.

What the private format changes

This is a private group experience, which gives it a different feel from a large city bike tour. You ride with your own party and a live guide who can speak English, Danish, Russian, or Arabic.

The private setup is especially helpful if your group has mixed biking confidence. The Maravelo e-bike is intended for all biking levels, and the guide can help the group get comfortable at the start. It also means you do not have to match the pace of a large crowd.

There is still a practical limit. Private does not mean completely free-form. The guide must fit four sculptures, several districts, and the return journey into 210 minutes. You can ask questions and discuss the route, but the tour is not designed as an all-day picnic with long unscheduled stops.

The guide is an important part of the value. The product details do not provide a guide’s name, so you cannot request a particular person in advance based on the available information. You can expect live guidance and explanations about the sculptures, the artist, and the route.

Is $213 per person a fair price?

At $213 per person, this is not a budget bike rental. You are paying for a private experience, a live guide, a Maravelo e-bike, safety equipment, water, and the organized route to four sculptures.

The value depends on what you would otherwise need to arrange. Renting a bike, planning a route through several outer districts, finding the four giants, and navigating back to Copenhagen would take time and confidence. This tour bundles those tasks into one guided outing.

It is also more personal than a standard shared tour. If you are traveling as a small group and value privacy, the cost may feel reasonable. If you mainly want a bicycle for casual sightseeing, the price will be harder to justify.

The included equipment helps. A Livall helmet and Osmo Pocket Camera are supplied, and you do not need to add a separate bike rental fee. Still, food and extra drinks are not listed, and café time is not guaranteed, so budget for those separately if they matter to you.

I would see the price as strongest for a group that specifically wants the Forgotten Giants and a guide-led route through Greater Copenhagen. It is weaker value for someone who has already rented a bike and only wants a short ride.

Who will enjoy this most?

I would recommend this for adults and older teenagers who like outdoor art, casual adventure, and exploring beyond the city core. Children under 14 are not permitted, so families with younger children need another plan.

You should be comfortable with a 210-minute activity. The electric motor helps, but it does not turn the outing into a passive sightseeing ride. You still spend much of the time seated on a bicycle and moving between stops.

This is also a good choice if your group includes people with different biking levels. The tour is designed around easy electric riding, and the opening section gives you time to learn the bike.

I would be more cautious if you want a slow, food-focused day. The route can feel rushed, particularly on the return, and a café stop is not part of the stated itinerary. For a relaxed pace, a self-guided plan with fewer sculptures might suit you better.

Timing, weather, and small practical choices

The tour lasts 210 minutes, with starting times available according to the date you choose. Check the forecast before booking because most of the experience takes place outdoors and there is no indoor backup described.

Wear comfortable clothing for cycling and shoes suitable for walking around the sculptures. The provided water is useful, but bringing extra is sensible if you normally drink often during exercise.

Keep your phone or camera ready, but do not let photography take over every stop. The route has four main targets, and the schedule works best when you enjoy each one, take a few good pictures, and get back on the bike.

If flexibility matters, you can cancel up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later, which is useful when you are still arranging your Copenhagen schedule.

Should you book the Forgotten Giants e-bike tour?

Book it if you want a playful, active way to see Copenhagen’s outer districts and you like the idea of art made from recycled materials. The four giants give the ride a clear goal, while the e-bike keeps the distance manageable.

Skip it if you want central Copenhagen sights, a slow café crawl, or a short and easy cycle. The route covers a lot in 210 minutes, and the schedule can feel tight.

For the right group, this is a memorable half-day: big wooden characters, open-air scenery, a private guide, and a fresh look at Zealand beyond the usual city center.

FAQ

Where does the Forgotten Giants e-bike tour start?

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

How long does the experience last?

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

Which sculptures are included?

The route is designed around Sleeping Louis, Little Tilde, Thomas on the Mountain, and Teddy Friendly.

Which areas does the bike route visit?

The route includes Copenhagen, Glostrup, Høje-Taastrup, Albertslund, and Valensbæk.

What languages can the guide speak?

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

What equipment is included?

The tour includes a Maravelo e-bike, a Livall high-tech safety helmet, an Osmo Pocket Camera for high-quality video shooting, and a bottle of water.

Are children allowed to join?

Children under 14 are not permitted to take part in this activity.