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

The best part of this half-day outing is the combination of Forest Tower’s sweeping treetop walk and two enormous recycled trolls hiding around Copenhagen’s western suburbs. One moment you are looking across a quiet Danish forest, and later you are climbing into the hands or mouth of a giant wooden figure.

I like the easy escape from central Copenhagen and the small-group setting, capped at 20 people. I also like the freedom at Camp Adventure: you walk to the tower at your own pace, take your time on the spiral ramp, and buy lunch beside the old mill pond rather than being herded from one sight to the next.

The catch is price. At $134.25 per person, you still pay separately for Forest Tower admission, listed by the operator at 195 DKK. You are paying mainly for convenient transport and a guide, so this makes the most sense if you do not have a car or want someone else to handle the hard-to-find troll stops.

Key points to know before booking

• The Forest Tower is a 45-meter wooden lookout: A gently rising 900-meter treetop walkway leads through the woods to the tower.
• You have about two hours at Camp Adventure: That is enough for the tower walk and lunch, but not for lingering over every activity at the site.
• Tower entry costs extra: Your tour price covers transport and guiding, not admission to Forest Tower.
• The Forgotten Giants are a quirky bonus: You visit Hill Top Trine in Hvidovre and Sleeping Louis in Rødovre, not all six figures in the wider project.
• The two troll stops are brief and outdoorsy: Expect short walks over uneven or possibly muddy ground, so wear shoes with good grip.
• The ride is part of the value: The minibus has air-conditioning and WiFi, and the small group makes it easier to hear the guide.

Why this Copenhagen escape works

Copenhagen is easy to love, but after a few days of cycle lanes, museums, canals, and busy streets, a patch of forest can feel like a welcome reset. Camp Adventure lies roughly 50 minutes from the city, giving you a quick look at Denmark beyond the capital.

This is not a grand tour of rural Zealand. It is a focused nature outing built around one modern attraction and two unusual public artworks. That narrow focus is useful: you get a clear change of pace without sacrificing an entire day of sightseeing.

The tour starts at 10:00 a.m. on Colbjørnsensgade 15, near Copenhagen Central Station. You find your own way to the meeting point, then board an air-conditioned minibus for the ride south. The vehicle includes WiFi, and the group can contain up to 20 people. That is small enough for personal attention, though the seating may feel a little tight if you are tall.

The guide doubles as driver and host. Vinod, one guide specifically praised for smooth driving and calm commentary, is a good example of what the format offers: useful information along the way, without a constant stream of talk. If you enjoy a quiet ride with occasional local context, this balance works well.

The ride from Copenhagen to Camp Adventure

The outbound drive takes almost an hour. That may sound like a lot for a half-day excursion, but it is the price of reaching a place that public transportation does not serve as simply. Without a car, you would need to plan the journey yourself, and the tour removes that task.

You see more than city streets on the way. The route offers glimpses of Copenhagen’s outer districts and the Danish countryside, a welcome change from the usual central sights. The minibus is clean and comfortable in normal conditions, although one visit during a heatwave had weak air-conditioning. The operator says that issue has since been fixed.

The guide’s role matters here. The strongest guides add just enough information about the area, Camp Adventure, and the troll project to give the drive purpose. This is not a formal history lecture, and the commentary may be light. If you want nonstop historical detail, choose a traditional guided city tour instead.

Walking through the forest to Forest Tower

At Camp Adventure, you purchase your entrance ticket before beginning the walk. The listed price is 195 DKK, and it is not included in the tour cost. This is the single most important budgeting detail, since the advertised $134.25 is already a substantial price for a half-day trip.

The walk to the tower follows a 900-meter wooden treetop path. It is designed as a gradual route through the forest rather than a steep climb, so the approach is part of the attraction. You move among the trees, with the structure rising ahead in a way that feels more like a long nature walk than a standard lookout visit.

Forest Tower opened in May 2019 and reaches 45 meters, or about 148 feet. Its broad spiral form avoids the usual narrow staircase, making the climb steady and easy to follow. You do not need to rush. The design gives you changing views through the trees as you rise, and the open center creates striking photographs looking down into the tower.

At the top, the view stretches over the surrounding forest and countryside. On a clear day, the panorama is the main reward. You are not looking at Copenhagen’s skyline, and that is the point. This is a chance to see Denmark as a low-key, green country of woods and open fields.

The height may bother anyone uneasy with towers. You do not have to treat the top as a test of courage, but the structure is tall and open, and a few people may prefer to stop lower down. The path itself is manageable, but winter weather can make surfaces slippery. Wear warm clothing and shoes with a firm sole.

Two hours at Camp Adventure, including lunch

The schedule allows about two hours at Camp Adventure. That is a sensible amount of time for the Forest Tower and a meal, though it does not leave much room for every other activity at the site. You can walk to the tower, make the climb, take photographs, return to ground level, and still have time to eat.

Lunch is not included. At the street food market, you can buy sandwiches, salads, burgers, coffee, and pasta. The hamburger has earned particular approval, and the food is reported to be better than expected for a stop of this kind. You eat at picnic tables overlooking an old mill pond, which is a pleasant setting after the tower walk.

You may also bring your own food and drinks. That is a useful option if you have dietary needs, want to save money, or simply prefer a packed lunch. Since the tour price is already high and Camp Adventure admission is extra, bringing food can help keep the day’s total under control.

Camp Adventure also has a shop, and you may see people using its rope-course facilities. Those activities are not the focus of this tour, so do not count on having time to add them. Think of the stop as a forest walk, tower visit, and lunch break.

Meeting Hill Top Trine in Hvidovre

On the return toward Copenhagen, the minibus stops in Hvidovre to see Hill Top Trine. This is one of Thomas Dambo’s Forgotten Giants, a project built from recycled materials and placed in outdoor settings around the Copenhagen area.

Hill Top Trine rests on a small hill near Avedøresletten. The sculpture is large enough to feel playful rather than merely decorative, and you can crawl into the palms of her hands for a viewpoint over the open area. It is a good photo stop, especially if you have children in the group or enjoy public art that invites you to interact with it.

The stop lasts about 20 minutes. In practice, the actual time beside the sculpture may feel shorter once you account for getting off the bus, walking over, taking photographs, and returning. That is not a problem if you see the giants as lively bonuses, but it may disappoint you if you expect a long art-focused visit.

The setting also changes with the weather. After rain, the grass and paths can be muddy. Shoes that you do not mind getting dirty are sensible, especially if you want to crawl into the sculpture rather than simply photograph it from outside.

Finding Sleeping Louis in Rødovre

The second sculpture is Sleeping Louis, located in a wooded, less obvious spot in Rødovre. Louis lies on a hill among trees and nature, with a wide-open mouth that you can enter. Children can climb and play inside, while adults will probably be more interested in the scale and oddness of the work.

This stop is valuable because it would not be easy to locate without a guide. The sculptures are not arranged as a formal park with obvious signs and a ticket booth. The minibus gets you close, and the guide points out where to go.

Again, allow roughly 20 minutes. One of the practical details is a walk of about 10 minutes over uneven ground to reach one of the trolls. The exact condition depends on weather, but sturdy footwear is the right choice. Anyone with limited mobility should ask the operator about current ground conditions before booking, since the provided information says most people can participate but does not promise full access at each sculpture.

Seeing two giants gives the journey a fun ending. You are not simply returning to Copenhagen after a lookout tower. The sculptures add a little local oddness and make the tour feel less like a single-attraction transfer.

What you are really paying for

The tour costs $134.25 per person, with Forest Tower admission added separately at 195 DKK. Lunch is also on your own. That means the final cost is noticeably higher than the headline price.

The value depends on your starting point. If you have a rental car, you could drive to Camp Adventure yourself and avoid paying for a guided transfer. If you are traveling without a car, the calculation changes. The tour gives you a reserved seat, round-trip transport, a driver-guide, fuel, and WiFi, then adds two difficult-to-find sculptures on the way home.

The tour also saves planning time. You do not need to work out how to reach Camp Adventure, locate Hill Top Trine, find Sleeping Louis, or arrange the return. For a short Copenhagen visit, that convenience can matter more than the raw cost.

Still, do not book this expecting a cheap shuttle. The experience is best viewed as a small-group excursion with logistics handled for you. If you only care about Forest Tower and are comfortable arranging transport yourself, compare the independent cost first. If you want an easy countryside break with a guide and unusual art stops, the price becomes easier to defend.

Who should book this outing

I would choose this for someone spending three or more days in Copenhagen who wants a break from the city without committing to a long expedition. It suits couples, families, and solo visitors who enjoy outdoor sights and do not need every minute filled with formal commentary.

It is particularly useful if you do not have a car. The troll sculptures are spread around suburban Copenhagen, and the guide turns them from a scavenger hunt into manageable short stops.

You should also enjoy walking. The Forest Tower route is easy for many people, but you still spend time on your feet, and the two sculpture stops include uneven outdoor paths. Bring layers, especially in colder months, and wear shoes with good grip.

This is not ideal if you want a full day at Camp Adventure, a detailed lecture on Danish culture, or a tour with no extra costs. It may also feel rushed if your main goal is to sit quietly at the forest site for most of the day. The schedule moves you back toward Copenhagen after lunch.

The weather policy is worth noting in practical terms. The experience requires good weather, and a poor-weather cancellation offers a different date or a full refund. The tour also requires a minimum number of people. If that minimum is not reached, you are offered another date or experience, or a full refund. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time.

Should you book the Forest Tower and Forgotten Giants tour?

Book it if you value easy transport, a small group, and a well-planned escape into nature more than the lowest possible price. The Forest Tower is the star, and the Forgotten Giants give the return journey a memorable twist.

Skip it if the extra 195 DKK admission feels irritating, if you have a car and prefer independent travel, or if you want enough time to explore Camp Adventure beyond the tower. Before paying, budget for the ticket, lunch, and the possibility of muddy shoes.

For many short stays, this is a smart way to see a different side of Denmark. Just know what you are buying: not a long rural tour, but a comfortable ride to a striking wooden tower, followed by two playful sculptures that most visitors would struggle to find alone.

FAQ

How long does the Forest Tower and Forgotten Giants tour last?

The outing lasts approximately five to six hours, including transport, the Forest Tower visit, lunch, and the two sculpture stops.

Where does the tour begin?

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

What time does the tour start?

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

Is transportation included?

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

Is Forest Tower admission included?

No. You purchase the Forest Tower entrance ticket at Camp Adventure. The listed additional price is 195 DKK.

Is lunch included?

No. You pay for lunch yourself. Camp Adventure’s street food market sells sandwiches, salads, burgers, coffee, and pasta, and you may also bring your own food and drinks.

How many Forgotten Giants do you visit?

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

How large can the group be?

The maximum group size is 20 people.

Is the tour offered in English?

Yes. The experience is offered in English and uses a mobile ticket.

What happens if the tour is canceled because of weather or low numbers?

If poor weather causes a cancellation, you are offered a different date or a full refund. If the minimum number of participants is not reached, you are offered another date or experience, or a full refund.