E-biking Northern Forgotten Giants’ s Adventure

The best part of this tour is the hunt for four enormous wooden sculptures tucked into the Greater Copenhagen area. Sleeping Louis, Little Tilde, Thomas on the Mountain, and Teddy Friendly are not lined up in a city square. You reach them by bike, with open views and Danish countryside between each stop.

I like the private format, which lets you set the pace, and I like that the e-bikes are designed for different biking levels. Hisham runs the company, and the guiding team includes Tamas, giving the ride a personal feel rather than a large-group procession.

The main catch is the physical demand. This is a four-and-a-half-hour outdoor ride, and you need to be at least 158 centimeters tall, weigh no more than 90 kilograms, and have a strong fitness level. Bad weather can also cancel the outing.

Key points to know before you book

• Four Thomas Dambo sculptures: Visit Sleeping Louis, Little Tilde, Thomas on the Mountain, and Teddy Friendly.
• A private ride: Only your group takes part, so the guide can adjust the speed and itinerary.
• E-bikes and gear included: The tour provides the e-bike, safety equipment, and camera gear.
• A nature-focused route: The sculptures sit in locations chosen for their scenery as well as their art.
• A real physical outing: You need good fitness, a minimum height of 158 centimeters, and a maximum weight of 90 kilograms.
• A four-and-a-half-hour commitment: The tour starts at 10:00 a.m. and returns to Bådehavnsgade 42P in Copenhagen.

Why these Forgotten Giants are worth the ride

Thomas Dambo’s Forgotten Giants project turns large wooden figures into an outdoor treasure hunt. The sculptures are made from local scrap wood and recycled materials, so the appeal is not just their size. You also get a clear look at an artist who uses discarded materials to create playful public art.

That setting matters. These figures were placed in natural locations chosen for their scenery, not simply dropped beside the nearest road. The result is a tour that joins art, cycling, and the quieter side of Zealand.

You are not signing up for a standard city sightseeing loop. The route takes you beyond Copenhagen’s best-known streets and into the wider Greater Copenhagen area. That makes this a useful choice if you have already seen the central sights or want a more active half-day outside the usual museum circuit.

The sculptures also give the ride a purpose. Instead of cycling without a clear goal, you have four large targets to find. Each one becomes a photo stop, a chance to hear more about Dambo’s ideas, and a reason to keep moving through the countryside.

Meeting Hisham and Tamas at 10:00 a.m.

The tour begins at Bådehavnsgade 42P, 2450 København, at 10:00 a.m. It ends back at the same meeting point, which keeps the day simple and avoids the need to arrange a separate return transfer.

Hisham runs E-Adventures, and Tamas is also part of the guiding team. The company’s approach is personal: this is a private activity for your group alone, not a fixed-size coach outing with a set pace.

That private setup is more useful here than it would be on a basic city ride. The route includes several sculpture locations and stretches of outdoor riding, so your guide can respond to your group’s comfort level. You can ask to slow down, spend more time at a sculpture, or make sensible adjustments to the plan.

The meeting point is near public transportation. You receive confirmation when you book, and the activity is offered in English. Service animals are allowed.

Riding the latest-generation e-bikes

The e-bikes are designed to make the route manageable for a range of biking levels. That does not turn the tour into a gentle sightseeing shuttle. You still need good physical fitness, but electric assistance can make a long ride more pleasant and help you keep a steady pace.

Safety equipment is provided. Camera gear is also included, which is a thoughtful touch on a tour built around oversized outdoor art and scenic viewpoints. You do not need to treat the ride as a technical cycling expedition, but you should still dress for an active day outdoors and be ready to ride for several hours.

The height and weight limits are firm: the minimum height is 158 centimeters and the maximum weight is 90 kilograms. These rules likely relate to the fit and safe operation of the bikes, so check them carefully before paying.

The operator also makes clear that outdoor cycling carries normal risks. You are responsible for your conduct during the ride, while the company uses safety standards, maintained e-bikes, and planned routes to reduce hazards. That is worth taking seriously. An e-bike can make hills easier, but it does not remove the need to pay attention, follow instructions, and ride responsibly.

Sleeping Louis and the first sense of the hunt

Sleeping Louis is one of the four Forgotten Giants on the route. The sculpture’s name alone gives you a strong clue about the project’s tone: these are playful, oversized figures meant to be found in unexpected places.

You can expect the guide to use the sculpture as more than a quick photo stop. The ride is also an introduction to the ideas behind Dambo’s work, including his use of local scrap wood and recycled materials. That context helps you see the figures as public art with a purpose, rather than as oversized props.

Because the precise route order can be adjusted on a private tour, Sleeping Louis may not be the first sculpture your group sees. The key point is that it forms part of a connected search through the Greater Copenhagen area, with the journey between the figures providing much of the experience.

Little Tilde and the value of going slowly

Little Tilde gives you another chance to see how Dambo’s figures interact with their surroundings. The tour does not treat the sculptures as isolated objects. Their locations were selected for natural beauty, so the views around them are part of the reward.

This is where the private format can pay off. A large group often needs to move on as soon as everyone has taken a picture. With your own guide, you can spend a little longer looking at the construction, hearing the story behind the project, or enjoying the view without feeling that you are holding up a busload of people.

The scenery will be a major part of the ride, but you should keep your expectations realistic. This is not described as a wilderness expedition or a full-day countryside trip. It is a focused half-day route that combines four sculptures with outdoor riding.

Thomas on the Mountain and the best scenery

Thomas on the Mountain is especially suited to the tour’s mix of art and scenery. The sculpture’s location helps explain why the artist and his team chose sites for their natural beauty as well as their accessibility.

You will want your camera ready here. Camera equipment is provided, and the sculpture locations offer viewpoints that are meant to be enjoyed from outside, not rushed through indoors. The guide can also connect the setting to Dambo’s wider approach to recycled public art.

The name suggests a more elevated setting, but the available details do not specify the exact terrain or the amount of climbing involved. Do not book this expecting a completely flat ride. At the same time, the e-bikes are intended to make the route safer and easier for different biking levels.

Teddy Friendly and the final giant

Teddy Friendly completes the set of four sculptures. Like the other stops, it gives the tour a clear destination and another chance to see the contrast between a huge handmade figure and the natural setting around it.

The name captures the friendly, slightly whimsical character of the project. These sculptures are made to invite curiosity, and the open-air setting makes the discovery feel more personal than seeing a finished artwork behind a museum barrier.

By the time you reach the final stop, the value of the experience comes from the full chain of moments: riding through Zealand, finding the figures, learning about the recycled materials, and seeing why the locations were selected. You are paying for a moving route, not four static photo opportunities.

What the $209 price means

The price is $209 per person, which is a serious half-day expense. It includes the private guide, e-bike, safety equipment, and camera gear, so you are not paying only for access to public sculptures. You are paying for equipment, route planning, guiding, and a private experience for your group.

Value depends heavily on group size. For a couple or a small group that wants a personal outing, the private format can make the cost easier to justify. You avoid a crowded departure, and the guide can shape the pace around your interests.

It is less appealing if your main goal is simply to see the sculptures as cheaply as possible. The figures are public works, and an independent visit may cost less if you can arrange transport and locate each one yourself. This tour earns its price through the ride, the guide, the e-bike, and the structure of the day.

The fact that the experience is often booked well in advance also matters. It is booked an average of 176 days ahead, so you should not assume you can decide at the last minute, especially if your Copenhagen dates are fixed.

Who should choose this private Copenhagen ride?

I would recommend it most strongly to:

• Active art lovers who want to see Dambo’s work in the places chosen for it.
• Couples and small groups who value a private guide and a flexible pace.
• Repeat Copenhagen visitors looking beyond the central city.
• Families with older, fit participants who meet the height and weight requirements.
• Photographers and outdoor visitors who want unusual subjects and scenic stops.

I would be more cautious if you dislike cycling, tire quickly, or want a purely urban tour. The e-bike reduces some of the effort, but the operator still requires strong physical fitness. This is not a casual ride where you can spend most of the time sitting back.

The weather policy is another important consideration. The tour requires good weather. If poor conditions force a cancellation, you are offered another date or a full refund. A minimum number of participants is also required, and if that condition is not met, you are offered another date or experience, or a full refund.

For ordinary cancellations, you can receive a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the 10:00 a.m. start time. Changes or cancellations inside that 24-hour window are not accepted for a refund.

Is E-biking Northern Forgotten Giants worth booking?

Book this tour if you want a private, active way to see unusual Danish art outside central Copenhagen. The combination of four sculptures, recycled materials, open scenery, a personal guide, and a high-quality e-bike gives the outing more substance than a simple sculpture checklist.

I would skip it if you want low-cost sightseeing, cannot meet the physical requirements, or have only a narrow window that cannot tolerate weather changes. For the right group, though, this is a memorable half-day: four giant figures, a clear sense of discovery, and a look at Zealand that you will not get from a standard city tour.

FAQ

Where does the e-bike tour start?

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

What time does the activity begin?

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

How long does the tour last?

The experience lasts approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes.

Which sculptures will I see?

The route includes Sleeping Louis, Little Tilde, Thomas on the Mountain, and Teddy Friendly.

What is included in the tour?

E-bikes, safety equipment, and camera gear are provided. A private guide also accompanies your group.

Are there physical requirements?

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

What happens if the weather is poor or I need to cancel?

If poor weather cancels the experience, you are offered a different date or a full refund. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start are not accepted.