The Forest Tower and Forgotten Giants-A day tour from Copenhagen

The main draw here is the Forest Tower, a graceful wooden structure rising above the trees south of Copenhagen. You walk through the woods, follow a broad spiral path upward, and look out across the Danish countryside. On the return, two giant recycled sculptures by Thomas Dambo add a playful twist.

I like the easy escape from the city and the freedom to explore the tower at your own pace. I also like the small minibus, which avoids the bother of arranging transport to Camp Adventure. The catch is price: 195 DKK for tower entry is extra, and the two troll stops are brief.

Key points to know

• The 45-meter tower is reached by a 900-meter forest walkway, not a steep mountain trail.
• Two Forgotten Giants are included, Hill Top Trine in Hvidovre and Sleeping Louis in Rødovre.
• Lunch is separate, with sandwiches, burgers, salads, coffee, and pasta available at Camp Adventure.
• The minibus carries no more than 20 people, making the ride more personal than a large coach tour.
• Good shoes matter, especially for the uneven, muddy ground around the sculptures.
• The tour costs $134.25 per person, before the Forest Tower admission fee.

Why the Forest Tower makes a good Copenhagen side trip

Copenhagen is easy to enjoy on foot, by bike, and along its harbor. Still, after a few days of city streets, a stretch of quiet woodland can feel like a welcome change of pace. Camp Adventure is about 50 minutes from Copenhagen by road, so this tour gives you a look at rural Zealand without renting a car.

The Forest Tower opened in 2019 and was designed as a nature experience rather than a conventional lookout. Its wooden walkway curves gradually upward through the trees, then continues into the tower. You are not climbing a narrow staircase. The route is a steady walk, though anyone uneasy with heights may want to take it slowly.

I especially like the way the tower visit begins before you reach the structure itself. The walk through the forest lets you notice the changing height of the trees and the sound of the woods. The tower then gives you a broad view over the countryside beyond the forest.

The experience is best understood as a half-day outing with three parts: the ride from Copenhagen, about two hours at Camp Adventure including lunch, and two short sculpture stops on the way home. It is not a full-day expedition packed with sights. Its appeal is the contrast between calm nature, modern design, and unusual public art.

The minibus ride from central Copenhagen

The meeting point is at Colbjørnsensgade 15, near Copenhagen Central Station. The tour begins at 10:00 a.m., and the return is to the same meeting point. You receive round-trip transportation in an air-conditioned minibus with WiFi, and the group is capped at 20 people.

That arrangement is useful if you do not have a car. Public transportation to Camp Adventure can be less straightforward than simply joining the minibus, and the driver handles the route while you watch Copenhagen gradually give way to smaller towns and open countryside.

The ride takes close to an hour each way. That is a fair amount of time for a half-day tour, so your decision depends on how much you value convenience. You are paying not only for the distance, but also for a planned schedule, a driver, local commentary, and transport between the sculpture stops.

The ride is not built around constant narration. That may suit you if you prefer a quiet journey, though you should not expect a nonstop history lecture. One named guide, Vinod, received particular praise for giving useful information while still allowing a relaxed ride. Guide assignments can vary, but the experience is designed around a host, driver, and guide in one.

The minibus has air conditioning, though one visit was affected by a heatwave and a temporary air-conditioning problem. That issue was reported as fixed, but on any warm day it is sensible to bring water.

Walking up through Camp Adventure’s forest

At Camp Adventure, you arrange and pay for your Forest Tower admission on site. The tour price does not include this ticket, and the supplied information gives the cost as 195 DKK. This extra charge is clearly important when comparing the total cost with other Copenhagen day trips.

The route to the tower runs along a 900-meter treetop walkway. You can take your time, stop for pictures, and enjoy the forest before reaching the main structure. The walk itself is part of the attraction, not simply a transfer to a lookout.

The tower rises 45 meters, or about 148 feet. Its design is all about the view, with a wide wooden route that spirals upward. From the top, you look across the forest and the countryside beyond. The view is open and spacious rather than urban, which is exactly why this stop works so well after time in Copenhagen.

You should be comfortable walking for roughly two hours at Camp Adventure, including the tower, the forest path, and lunch. The route was described as easy by several people, but the height can still feel serious if you dislike exposed viewpoints. You do not need to rush to the top. The gradual design gives you plenty of chances to pause.

Bring a camera. Looking down into the center of the tower makes a particularly striking picture, and the timber curves provide good angles from several levels. The surrounding woods also give you something to photograph before and after the tower.

Camp Adventure includes other activities, including a rope course visible from parts of the site, but this tour centers on the Forest Tower. Do not expect a full adventure park program to be included.

Lunch beside the old mill pond

After the tower, you have about 30 minutes for lunch. Camp Adventure has a street food market with sandwiches, salads, burgers, coffee, and pasta. You can eat at picnic tables overlooking the old mill pond.

The food stop is practical rather than elaborate. A burger is one specific option praised in the supplied material, and there are lighter choices if you prefer a sandwich or salad. You may also bring your own food and drinks and use the picnic area.

Thirty minutes is enough for a quick meal, but it is not a long, lazy picnic. If sitting by the pond is important to you, keep an eye on the clock. The tour follows a schedule, and you still have two sculpture stops before returning to Copenhagen.

I see the lunch break as a useful part of the pacing. You get time to sit down after the walk, but the stop does not turn the outing into an all-day visit to Camp Adventure. If you want a more leisurely meal, bringing something ready to eat may help you make the most of the short break.

Meeting Hill Top Trine in Hvidovre

The first Forgotten Giant stop is Hill Top Trine in Hvidovre. Thomas Dambo built the sculpture from recycled materials as part of a larger project spread around the Copenhagen area.

Hill Top Trine rests on a small hill near Avedøresletten. You can climb into the palms of her hands and look out over the open area. It is an amusing, hands-on stop, especially for children and anyone who enjoys public art that invites you to interact with it instead of simply viewing it from a distance.

This is not a museum visit with labels and long explanations. The fun comes from finding the sculpture, walking around it, and taking pictures. The stop lasts about 20 minutes, so you have enough time for photographs and a quick look without making the return trip drag.

The ground around the giants can be uneven and muddy. Wear shoes with good grip and clothes you do not mind getting dirty. This advice matters more here than at the Forest Tower, where the wooden walkways are easier underfoot.

Crawling into Sleeping Louis in Rødovre

The second sculpture is Sleeping Louis, located in a wooded area on a hill in Rødovre. This giant is lying down, and you can crawl into his open mouth. The interior can be used for playing or simply exploring the sculpture from the inside.

Sleeping Louis is a different experience from Hill Top Trine. Hill Top Trine gives you a viewpoint and a more open setting. Sleeping Louis feels tucked into the trees and is more about getting physically close to the artwork.

The stop is also listed at about 20 minutes, though the actual time may feel shorter once you have taken a few photographs. It is worth knowing that these are two of the six Forgotten Giants in the area. This tour does not attempt to find all six. If your main goal is to see as many sculptures as possible, a self-guided outing focused on the full project may suit you better.

For most people, the two stops work as a cheerful finish. They break up the drive back to Copenhagen and give you something quite different from the polished architecture of the Forest Tower.

What the price includes, and what it does not

The advertised price is $134.25 per person. Included are the air-conditioned minibus, fuel surcharge, WiFi, and host, driver, and guide. Lunch and the Forest Tower ticket are extra.

The additional 195 DKK admission fee changes the way I would judge the cost. This is not an inexpensive way to reach a single attraction. You are paying for the convenience of direct transportation, the guide, the planned route, and the two sculpture stops as well as the tower visit.

If you are comfortable navigating outside Copenhagen and can arrange your own transport, you may find the tour expensive. On the other hand, without a car, the minibus can save time and effort. The value is strongest for you if you want a simple, organized outing and do not want to work out how to connect Camp Adventure with Hvidovre and Rødovre.

The small group helps. A maximum of 20 people is more manageable than a full-size coach, and you are less likely to lose the guide’s commentary. Several parts of the experience also allow personal time, so you are not required to walk in a tight group at every moment.

Who should book this tour

I would recommend it to you if you want to see a quieter side of Denmark without giving up an organized schedule. It suits couples, families, and solo visitors who like forests, modern design, and quirky outdoor art.

It is also a good fit if you have already seen Copenhagen’s main sights and want something different. The tour adds countryside, a large wooden structure, and public art to a city trip that might otherwise stay entirely urban.

You should think twice if your priority is maximum sightseeing value per dollar. The actual tower visit is the central attraction, and the giants are brief stops. You should also reconsider if you want a long lunch, a full day at Camp Adventure, or a tour packed with historical commentary.

Wear warm clothes in cold weather, and use shoes with a firm grip. Snowy conditions can make the woodland setting beautiful, while wet weather can make the sculpture stops messy. The tour requires good weather, so a cancellation caused by poor conditions may result in another date or a full refund.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time. The tour also requires a minimum number of participants, so an insufficient group can lead to a different date or experience, or a full refund.

Final call: a pleasant outing with a clear price question

Book this Forest Tower and Forgotten Giants tour if convenience matters to you and you want a relaxed half-day outside Copenhagen. The tower is the strongest part, the forest walk gives it a calm setting, and the two Thomas Dambo sculptures bring a little humor to the journey home.

I would not book it expecting a bargain or a full tour of the Forgotten Giants. Add the 195 DKK tower ticket to the advertised price, then decide if direct transport, a small group, and a guide are worth the difference. For a visitor without a car who wants an easy route into the Danish countryside, the answer may be yes.

FAQ

Where does the tour begin?

It begins at Colbjørnsensgade 15, 1652 København, near Copenhagen Central Station.

What time does the tour start?

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

How long does the tour last?

The outing takes approximately five to six hours.

Is the Forest Tower admission included?

No. The tower ticket is not included. The supplied information gives the admission cost as 195 DKK.

Is lunch included?

No. You can buy sandwiches, salads, burgers, coffee, and pasta at Camp Adventure, or bring your own food and drinks.

How many Forgotten Giants will I see?

The tour visits two sculptures, Hill Top Trine in Hvidovre and Sleeping Louis in Rødovre.

Is transportation provided?

Yes. Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned minibus is included, along with WiFi on board and a host, driver, and guide.

What happens if the weather is poor or the group is too small?

If poor weather cancels the tour, you will be offered another date or a full refund. If the minimum number of participants is not reached, you will be offered a different date or experience, or a full refund.