Copenhagen: The Forest Tower & Forgotten Giants Trolls Trip

Leave the city for a wooden tower walk.

This half-day-plus trip is a clever change of pace: you get a 140-meter observation climb through the forest, plus a detour to see Denmark’s oversized, strange Forgotten Giants. I like that it is built for people who want nature and design, without spending hours figuring out transport.

Two things I really appreciate here: first, the experience itself is physical in a good way, with a gradual climb up the tower’s 12 circles and that hourglass-like center where you can touch beech trees growing inside. Second, the ride is comfortable and low-stress, with an air-conditioned minibus, WiFi, and bottled water, guided in English.

One drawback to plan for: the Forest Tower entrance ticket is not included in the tour price, so your total cost will be higher than you expect at checkout. Lunch also is not included, though you do get a small break in the middle of the day.

Key points to know before you go

• A 140-meter platform view on a clear day reaching to Copenhagen and Malmö
• A signature design climb up 12 circles and along wooden walkways
• A hands-on tower moment at the tight hourglass center with beech trees
• Comfortable round-trip transport from near Copenhagen main station, with WiFi and bottled water
• Forgotten Giants photo stop to see two trolls, including Sleeping Louis
• Time is tight but focused: 2 hours at the tower, shorter guided stops elsewhere

From Copenhagen Main Station to Zealand Forest, without the hassle

I love tours like this because they start where most visitors already are: you meet at Colbjørnsensgade 15, right by Copenhagen main station area. It is listed as just about two minutes away on foot, which matters when you are carrying a coffee, a camera, and your plans all at once.

Once you board, the schedule quickly turns into countryside time. You ride in a minibus for about 1 hour before reaching the Forest Tower area, then you move again later for the trolls and the return trip. The included comforts are not a gimmick either: the minibus is air-conditioned, with WiFi and bottled water so you can settle in and stop thinking about logistics.

The English-speaking host/driver/guide also helps you keep the day flowing. In the feedback I saw, the guide style is friendly and funny, with practical context given along the drive, and that is a real quality-of-life upgrade when you are leaving the city for the trees.

Forest Tower: the 12-circle climb to a 140m view

This is the reason to book, no question. You visit the Forest Tower for about 2 hours, and within that window the experience is designed to be step-by-step and outdoors-first.

You will walk along wooden walkways through the surrounding forest and fields, then head up the tower. The climb is built around a series of rings, 12 circles that take you upward as the view gradually opens. You are not just walking to a deck, you are walking through a piece of architecture that changes your perspective as you rise.

Here is the detail I think you will remember most: at the center of the lookout tower, the hourglass-style structure is laced together so tightly that you can touch three beech trees growing in the center. That is one of those rare “wait, that is actually allowed?” moments that makes the tower feel alive instead of purely mechanical. It also makes for a great photo because the trees give you a real sense of scale.

When you reach the top, you step onto the viewing platform at 140 meters above sea level. On a clear day, the view is far enough to reach as distant as Copenhagen and Malmö, more than 50 kilometers away. If the weather is misty or overcast, the day still works, but the magic is the long-distance clarity. For the best odds, I would treat the platform time as your weather-dependent payoff.

A practical point: the tower admission ticket is separate from the tour price. The tour can handle the getting-there part and the guided day rhythm, but you still need to buy entry for the walking areas and the climb. I recommend budgeting for that up front so you do not get the “wait, what now?” moment when you arrive.

What you can do with your 2 hours

Plan on using the time in this order: arrive, orient yourself, enjoy the forest walk, then do the tower climb and platform viewing with your photos first. After that, you can linger if there are on-site spots to eat or grab a coffee. One visitor specifically pointed out that there are places to buy coffee and reasonably priced food, plus a small setup where you can learn how the tower was made. If that interests you, build a little buffer inside your 2 hours rather than rushing straight to the top.

Skovtårnsvej 1 break time and Hill Top Trine stop

Between the big moments, the trip includes short, intentional pauses so the day does not turn into one long grind.

After your tower time, you have a 20-minute break at Skovtårnsvej 1. The data does not spell out exactly what is there, but a break like this is your window to reset, use the bathroom if needed, and regroup so you have energy for the later troll stop and the drive back.

Then there is a quick 15-minute visit at Hill Top Trine. This is a smaller stop compared to the tower. I think that is a good thing because it keeps your day varied without soaking up your whole schedule. In practice, you can treat it as a “stretch and see” interlude while the group transitions from forest architecture to more whimsical, outdoor storytelling.

These shorter legs matter most if you are the kind of traveler who gets cranky when itineraries are too tight. Even with the short visits, the day still feels structured, not chaotic, and that balance is part of the tour’s value.

The Forgotten Giants, including Sleeping Louis, for big photo energy

Right after the countryside stops, the mood shifts into something more playful and strange. On the ride back toward Copenhagen, you have a troll visit with a guided tour and photo time built in.

The tour description says you will see two Giant Trolls, and the schedule includes The 6 forgotten giants – Sleeping Louis as a guided stop. That combination is important: you are not just wandering around for statues. You get a focused visit where you can understand what you are seeing, then get the photos while the figures are still the star of your frame.

One detail I like from the way this trip is explained is that these trolls feel a little secretive, even though they are out in the open. You may find them tucked in spots that feel more suburban than rural, which makes the whole moment fun. It turns your day into a mix of quiet forest design and sudden, unexpected oddness.

The guided portion is about 15 minutes, which is short enough to keep the energy up, but long enough for the basics to land. For your photos, give yourself extra attention near the start of the stop, not at the end, because that is when you will have the cleanest sense of placement and scale.

Timing the day: how this 5-hour schedule really plays out

The advertised duration is 5 hours, and the sequence is built so you do not lose the best part of the day to travel time.

Here is the flow:

• about 1 hour on the minibus before the tower
• around 2 hours at the Forest Tower
• a later 45-minute drive segment, then a quick break
• a short 15-minute stop at Hill Top Trine
• a brief 15-minute transfer, then 15 minutes for the troll stop
• about 25 minutes back to Copenhagen

So most of your “on your feet” time is the tower, and most of your “seated and comfortable” time is the minibus. That is ideal for a traveler who wants the countryside, but does not want to commit to renting a car or building a day around public transit.

If you hate feeling rushed, the 2 hours at the tower is your buffer. It is long enough to climb, look around, and still enjoy the forest walk at a relaxed pace. If you love architecture and want extra time on the platform, you might want to be decisive with photos early so you can enjoy the view without sprinting at the end.

Price and value: what you pay for, and what costs extra

The price is $135 per person, and that number makes more sense when you split it into what is included versus what is not.

Included:

• round-trip transport by air-conditioned minibus
• WiFi and bottled water on board
• a host/driver/guide in English

Not included:

• Forest Tower entrance ticket
• lunch

So you are paying mainly for the smooth door-to-door travel and guided pacing, plus the value of not having to plan transport yourself. That is a strong deal if you do not want to deal with transit changes, timing stress, and finding the tower location on your own.

What might feel less satisfying for some people is that the “guided” elements outside the tower are shorter, and the tower itself includes climbing time that you do at your own pace inside the facility. If you are expecting a long, talk-through narration at every step, this day is more practical than lecture-heavy.

Still, if your top priority is the tower climb and view, then the day trip earns its keep. You get the transport comfort, the expert context, and the troll stop as a bonus that keeps the day from feeling like just another viewing deck.

My advice: treat the tower ticket as part of your planning budget from the start. Then the $135 feels like paying for what you cannot easily do alone, which is the comfortable ride and guided route.

Who this Forest Tower and troll trip fits best

This day trip fits best if you want a break from Copenhagen that still feels designed and meaningful.

You will likely enjoy it if:

• you care about architecture in nature, not just sightseeing
• you want a clear reason to go outside the city for a few hours
• you like a mix of calm forest walking and then sudden, playful roadside weirdness
• you want the ride handled, with WiFi and air-conditioning, so you can focus on the views

It may be less ideal if:

• you hate adding separate ticket costs after you book
• you want a full day with long guided narratives and lots of stops
• you are a “see everything slowly” style traveler, since the schedule is intentionally tight around key sights

If you are traveling solo, a couple, or as a family with older kids who can handle stairs and a climb, it works well as a structured day outdoors. Just be honest about your tolerance for walking uphill at a tower.

Should you book it?

I would book this if you want one standout day from Copenhagen that combines a real climb, a big view, and a quirky storytelling stop. The key wins are the Forest Tower’s 140m platform and the 12-circle climb through the forest, plus the comfort of round-trip minibus transport with WiFi.

Book with two expectations in mind: first, plan on paying the Forest Tower entrance ticket separately. Second, keep your best photos and your platform time focused on the moments when the view is clearest.

If you can do that, this is a smart use of a half-day. You get out of the city, you get something unusual, and you return with the kind of photos that look like you went farther than you did.

FAQ

How long is the Copenhagen Forest Tower and Forgotten Giants trip?

The total duration is 5 hours.

Where do I meet the tour?

You meet at the office at Colbjørnsensgade 15, 1652 Copenhagen, Denmark, which is listed as about 2 minutes from Copenhagen main station.

Is round-trip transportation included?

Yes. You get round-trip transport by air-conditioned minibus.

Is WiFi available on the bus?

Yes. WiFi is included on board.

Is bottled water provided?

Yes. Bottled water is included on the minibus.

Do I need to buy the Forest Tower entrance ticket separately?

Yes. Entrance to the Forest Tower is not included in the tour price.

How high is the Forest Tower viewing platform?

The viewing platform is 140 meters above sea level.

How long do we spend at the Forest Tower?

You visit the Forest Tower for about 2 hours.

Which troll stop is included?

The itinerary includes a guided visit to The 6 forgotten giants – Sleeping Louis, and the trip also includes seeing two Giant Trolls.

Is the tour guided in English?

Yes. The tour guide is English.