Copenhagen: The Six Forgotten Giants Hunt and Nature Walk

The best thing about this outing is that the six Forgotten Giants are spread across Copenhagen’s outer districts, not lined up for easy sightseeing. You ride from one green setting to the next, then search among trees, hills, and paths for huge wooden figures made from recycled materials. I love the playful treasure-hunt feel, and I like the chance to see a quieter side of Zealand that most city tours skip.

The practical catch is simple: this is a four-hour outing with moderate walking, and the weather can change fast. The six stops are not equally memorable for every person, either. Still, guide Milad Shekhzada adds real value with local information, thoughtful pacing, and a planned coffee break.

Key points at a glance

• Six sculptures, six different settings: Find Sleeping Louis, Hilltop Trine, Oscar Under The Bridge, Thomas on the Mountain, Little Tilde, and Teddy Friendly.
• A small group of six: The van ride and walks feel personal, with room for questions and individual help.
• Moderate walking between stops: The paths are not described as strenuous, but you need comfortable shoes and some physical readiness.
• A strong guide-led experience: Milad is the named guide, and he shares information about Thomas Dambo, Denmark, and local life.
• Transport makes the hunt practical: The giants are spread out, so private transport saves you from piecing together a car, bike route, or public transport plan.
• Weather matters: Bring rain gear, an umbrella, water, snacks, and clothing suited to changing Danish conditions.

Why these wooden giants are worth the trip

Thomas Dambo’s Forgotten Giants are large outdoor sculptures built from recycled materials. They are not polished museum pieces placed behind a rope. Each one sits in an open-air setting, often partly concealed by its surroundings, so you find the sculpture as much as you visit it.

That placement gives the tour its character. You may see a giant lying across a hillside, hiding between trees, or tucked under a bridge. The setting is part of the artwork. A sculpture in a park feels different from one beside water or beneath a concrete span.

Dambo’s project also fits well with a day outside Copenhagen’s center. You get art, walking, fresh air, and a bit of local geography in one package. If you have already visited palaces, museums, and central squares, this is a useful change of pace.

I also like that the giants work for different ages. Children can focus on the hunt and the funny names. Adults can pay more attention to the recycled construction, the sites chosen for each sculpture, and the artist’s environmental aims. You do not need a background in modern art to enjoy the scale and oddness of these figures.

Leaving Copenhagen in a six-person van

The meeting point is outside the YMCA Interpoint Hostel. After a short introduction, you leave Copenhagen by private transport, with the first destination about 25 minutes away.

The small group size is important here. The limit is six participants, and the vehicle is private rather than a large coach. That means less time waiting for people to board and a better chance to speak with Milad during the drive. The outing can feel more like a shared walk with a few new acquaintances than a formal sightseeing circuit.

The drive also solves the main problem of visiting the giants independently. They are spread across several locations, and some are not easy to find. You could try to plan a route by car, bicycle, or public transport, but that would take time and would remove much of the surprise. Milad’s local route planning lets you concentrate on the sculptures and the scenery.

The transport score is especially strong, with 97 percent of participants giving it a perfect rating. That fits the practical appeal: you walk at each site, then ride to the next instead of spending the whole day covering long distances on foot.

Sleeping Louis starts the search

The first giant is Sleeping Louis. The name sets the tone for the whole outing. You are not simply arriving at a marked attraction. You are looking for a giant figure placed in a natural setting, then taking in the sculpture from different angles.

This first stop helps you understand how the tour works. You leave the vehicle, walk through the surrounding area, locate the sculpture, and have time for pictures. The setting is as important as the figure itself, so do not rush straight back to the van after finding Louis.

The exact amount of walking varies from stop to stop. The activity is described as moderate, and several accounts of the outing describe the walks as manageable rather than strenuous. Even so, you should not treat this as a drive-by tour. Wear shoes that are comfortable on outdoor paths and be ready to walk on uneven ground.

Hilltop Trine brings the views

Hilltop Trine offers one of the clearest scenic payoffs. She sits in a high position, giving you a broader view around the site. This stop is a good reminder that the giants were chosen for more than convenience. Their locations help shape the experience.

I would allow a little time here for photos beyond the sculpture itself. The elevated position gives you a different kind of picture from the wooded stops. If your group includes people who enjoy photography, this is likely to be one of the places where they linger.

The tour keeps moving, though. Six sculptures are spread over a fairly wide area, and the four-hour schedule has to balance walking, driving, conversation, and photo stops. You get time at each location, but this is not a slow sketching session or a long nature ramble at one park.

Oscar Under The Bridge adds surprise

Oscar is found beneath a bridge, which changes the mood again. The setting feels more unexpected than a sculpture placed in an ordinary park. A huge wooden figure under a piece of everyday infrastructure gives the hunt a slightly mischievous quality.

This is one of the stops that shows why a guide helps. A large sculpture can still be hard to locate when it is placed away from a main road or partly screened by its surroundings. Milad’s knowledge of the access routes saves time and reduces the chance of wandering around without finding the work.

After the first part of the hunt, the group takes a short coffee break. Coffee, tea, and snacks have been provided on some outings, but the formal inclusion is a coffee break rather than a meal. You can also bring your own food and drinks. Pack water and a snack so you are not relying on a full meal during the tour.

A welcome break before the second half

The break matters more than it may sound. Four hours of driving, walking, picture-taking, and changing weather can feel longer without a pause. Sitting for a few minutes gives you a chance to warm up, cool down, eat, and talk with the group.

Several outings have included tea, coffee, biscuits, or other snacks from Milad. These extras are not a substitute for lunch, and meals are not included, but they add a personal touch to the middle of the day. Bring your own snack if you need something more substantial.

The break also gives you a natural point to judge your pace. If the first three walks have felt easy, the rest should be manageable for you. If you already feel tired, tell the guide early. The information provided describes the activity as suitable for all age groups, but it also warns that it may not suit people with walking difficulties or other physical limits.

Thomas on the Mountain and Little Tilde

Thomas on the Mountain is the fourth giant. The name suggests height, and this stop continues the tour’s use of hills and open ground. After Oscar’s bridge setting, you get another change in scale and outlook.

Little Tilde follows, and the name gives this sculpture a softer, more playful identity. The giants are large, but they are not all designed to feel imposing. Some are amusing, friendly, or even cute. That variety keeps the hunt from becoming six repetitions of the same photo stop.

The walks around these locations are a major part of the outing. You get a stretch of the legs between van rides and see woods, parks, and countryside that do not appear on a standard Copenhagen itinerary. If you want a full hiking day, this will not be enough. If you want several short walks without committing to a long trail, the format works well.

Teddy Friendly finishes the giant hunt

Teddy Friendly is the sixth and final sculpture. By this point, you will have seen the range of settings and personalities in the project, from sleeping and hilltop figures to a giant under a bridge.

The final stop may feel less dramatic to some people than the middle portion. One four-star assessment felt that four giants were enough for one day and that the last two locations could have been skipped. That is a fair consideration. The complete route is best for someone who specifically wants all six. If you prefer a shorter outing with fewer stops, the full hunt may feel a little stretched near the end.

For most people who want to complete the set, though, visiting all six is the point. Some of the sculptures are difficult to locate without local help, and stopping after four would leave the central goal unfinished. The guide can also keep the pace comfortable, with rest time as needed.

What Milad adds to the outing

The guide can make or break a small-group tour, and Milad’s role goes well beyond driving. He explains Thomas Dambo’s work, answers questions, shares information about Danish culture and daily life, and keeps an eye on the group’s comfort.

His style appears especially useful for mixed-age groups and solo visitors. He has been described as friendly, patient, easy to understand, and attentive to each person. He may walk with participants individually, which gives you a chance to ask questions without competing with the whole group.

That personal attention is one reason the price needs to be judged against more than the four hours on the clock. You are paying for private transport between scattered sites, route planning, a guide who can locate the sculptures, and a small group limited to six. The coffee break adds a modest extra.

At $137 per person, it is not a cheap casual walk. I would call it fair value for someone who wants all six giants in one outing and does not want to arrange transport. It is less compelling if you are happy to see one or two Dambo sculptures independently, or if you mainly want a long, quiet hike.

Walking, weather, and what to pack

Bring comfortable shoes. You will get out at several locations and walk through natural areas, so fashion shoes with poor grip are a bad choice.

Denmark’s weather can turn from bright to wet with little warning. Pack rain gear, an umbrella, and clothing suited to the forecast. Even on a dry day, a light extra layer is sensible. You can bring your own water, snacks, and drinks, and you should do so.

The activity is not presented as strenuous, but it does require moderate walking. People with walking difficulties or other physical limitations should think carefully before booking. The guide may adjust the pace, and the schedule includes rests, but the tour cannot remove the walking required to reach the sculptures.

Unaccompanied minors are not allowed. The activity is otherwise described as suitable for all age groups, making it a reasonable choice for families with an adult present, couples, solo participants, and older walkers who are comfortable with the distance.

Who will enjoy this most

I would choose this tour if you want:

• A break from Copenhagen’s central museums and historic buildings
• A playful art outing with a clear goal
• Several short walks instead of one long hike
• A small social group rather than a large bus
• Help finding sculptures that can be difficult to locate
• A guide who talks about both the artist and Denmark
• A full visit to all six Forgotten Giants

I would look elsewhere if you want a relaxed city tour with almost no walking, a full meal included, or a long uninterrupted nature walk. The driving between locations is useful, but it also means the day is divided into several short visits rather than one continuous trail.

Solo participants may find the small group especially comfortable. The size makes conversation natural, and the shared search gives everyone an easy way to interact. Couples also get plenty of time together, while still having a social outing.

Is $137 a fair price?

The cost makes the most sense when you compare it with the effort of doing the route alone. The giants are spread out, several are hard to find, and public transport or cycling would take planning. A private vehicle lets you see all six in four hours, which is the main value.

The price also includes the guide, transport, and coffee break. Meals are not included, so budget for your own food if you need more than a snack.

I would not book this only for a cheap way to see one sculpture. I would book it for the complete route, the small group, and the ease of having Milad handle the driving and locations. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity and the option to reserve now and pay later also give you some flexibility when weather or plans are uncertain.

Should you book the Six Forgotten Giants Hunt?

Book it if you like unusual public art, moderate walking, fresh air, and small-group outings. The best reason to go is not simply the size of the sculptures. It is the way each giant changes when you see it in its chosen setting, with the hunt and the countryside adding context.

Before booking, check your energy level and the forecast. Wear proper shoes, carry water and rain gear, and remember that the full four hours includes six stops. If that sounds like a fun change from Copenhagen’s center, this is a distinctive and well-organized day out. If four sculptures would be enough for you, consider that the final portion may feel less essential.

FAQ

How long does the Six Forgotten Giants Hunt last?

The activity lasts four hours. This includes the private drive between sites, walks to the sculptures, time for photos, and a short coffee break.

Where is the meeting point?

Meet outside the YMCA Interpoint Hostel.

How many people can join the tour?

The group is limited to six participants.

Who guides the experience?

The named guide is Milad Shekhzada. The tour is conducted in English.

What is included in the price?

The price includes a guide, private transportation, and a coffee break.

Are meals included?

No. Meals are not included, but you can bring your own snacks and drinks.

Which sculptures will I see?

The route visits Sleeping Louis, Hilltop Trine, Oscar Under The Bridge, Thomas on the Mountain, Little Tilde, and Teddy Friendly.

How much walking is involved?

The activity involves moderate walking at several outdoor locations. Comfortable shoes and physical readiness are recommended.

What should I bring?

Bring comfortable shoes, water, snacks, an umbrella, rain gear, comfortable clothes, and clothing suited to the weather.

Can I cancel or pay later?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. A reserve-now, pay-later option is also available.