Thomas on the Mountain – The 6 Forgotten Giants
A relaxed recycled-wood giant lounging above Albertslund, Thomas on the Mountain pairs whimsical public art with wide views and a gentle escape into Copenhagen’s suburban nature.
Perched on an artificial hill on the outskirts of Albertslund, **Thomas on the Mountain** is one of Danish artist Thomas Dambo’s beloved Six Forgotten Giants – a series of oversized trolls crafted from recycled wood and hidden in the green fringes of Copenhagen. Here, Thomas lounges on the slope with his long legs stretched out, inviting you to climb, sit and soak up wide views over Kongsholmparken’s meadows and lakes. It is a playful, free outdoor artwork that doubles as a nature escape and a whimsical stop on a larger troll-hunting adventure.
A brief summary to Thomas on the Mountain, The 6 Forgotten Giants
- Albertslund, 2620, DK
- Visit website
- Duration: 0.5 to 2 hours
- Free
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Outdoor
- Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Wear sturdy, possibly waterproof shoes: reaching Thomas involves walking on unpaved park paths and a grassy hill that can be muddy or slippery after rain.
- Bring snacks or a picnic and plan to sit on Thomas’s long legs or nearby grass to enjoy the views over Kongsholmparken.
- If you are visiting with children, set clear rules for climbing on the sculpture and supervise closely, as there are no on-site staff or safety barriers.
- Combine your visit with other Forgotten Giants around Copenhagen’s western suburbs by renting a bike or car and following a pre-planned loop.
- Visit in the early morning or late afternoon for softer light, fewer people and the most atmospheric views from the top of the hill.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Seating Areas
- Picnic Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
Getting There
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S-train and walking from central Copenhagen
From central Copenhagen, take the B-line S-train toward Taastrup and get off at Albertslund Station; the ride is about 20–25 minutes and a single adult ticket within the relevant zones typically costs around 24–36 DKK, depending on your starting point. From the station, allow 20–30 minutes on foot along shared paths and park trails to reach the hill where Thomas sits. The route is mostly flat but includes unpaved sections and a grassy slope up to the sculpture, which can be uneven and muddy in wet weather, so it is not ideal for all wheelchairs or prams.
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Bicycle from Copenhagen city centre
Confident cyclists can ride from central Copenhagen to Albertslund using the well-marked cycle superhighways; the journey is roughly 16–20 km each way and usually takes 45–70 minutes, depending on pace. Expect mostly separated cycle paths and gentle gradients, with the final stretch on local park routes and a short push up the hill to the sculpture. City bike rentals in Copenhagen commonly cost around 100–200 DKK for a full day, and this option is best from spring to autumn when daylight and weather are favourable.
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Car from Copenhagen and short walk
Driving from the inner city to Albertslund typically takes 20–30 minutes outside rush hour via the ring roads. Street and local area parking near Kongsholmparken is generally free or low-cost, but spaces can be limited in good weather and you may need to walk 10–20 minutes on mixed-surface park paths to reach Thomas on the Mountain. The final approach includes a grassy incline, so sturdy footwear is useful; there are no dedicated car parks or drop-off zones directly at the sculpture itself.
Thomas on the Mountain, The 6 Forgotten Giants location weather suitability
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Discover more about Thomas on the Mountain, The 6 Forgotten Giants
A wooden giant above Kongsholmparken
Thomas on the Mountain sits high on a grassy mound on the edge of Albertslund, gazing out across the trees, ponds and pathways of Kongsholmparken. The giant’s relaxed pose, with bent knees and long outstretched legs, feels almost human, as if he has paused mid-walk to rest and admire the view. Built at human-climbing scale, he blurs the line between sculpture and playground: visitors perch on his feet, lean against his knees or settle along his shins like benches. Up close, the texture of the scrap wood is part of the experience. Sun-faded boards, visible screws and angled offcuts celebrate the material’s former life, turning the giant into a patchwork of textures instead of a polished monument. From the hilltop, you share his vantage point over the surrounding parkland – a panorama of water, reeds and suburban treetops that feels far from central Copenhagen’s cobbles.The story behind the Six Forgotten Giants
Thomas is one of the original Six Forgotten Giants, a project created in 2016 for municipalities west of Copenhagen. Scattered across Albertslund, Vallensbæk, Ishøj, Hvidovre, Rødovre and Høje Taastrup, each figure has a distinct personality, pose and hiding place – under a bridge, by a lake, deep in a meadow or on a hilltop like this one. Together they form a kind of open-air treasure hunt, encouraging people to leave the city core and explore lesser-known pockets of woodland and wetland. All six sculptures were built from recycled wood with the help of local volunteers. Old pallets, demolition timber and offcuts were repurposed, underscoring Dambo’s focus on upcycling and environmental storytelling. Each giant is named after someone who contributed to the project; Thomas on the Mountain honours one of the artist’s early interns who helped bring the trolls to life.An outdoor gallery made from leftovers
Instead of marble or bronze, Thomas is composed entirely of reclaimed planks and branches, screwed and bolted around a simple frame. The materials are intentionally rough: uneven edges, nail holes and overlapping slats are left visible, giving the giant a friendly, handmade character. The design invites touch, climbing and close inspection rather than distant admiration. This reuse of discarded wood turns the sculpture itself into a lesson in sustainability. By placing such an eye-catching work in an everyday landscape, the installation quietly asks how many other overlooked resources – and overlooked green spaces – could be reimagined rather than thrown away. In damp weather, the wood darkens and scents of wet timber and grass rise from the hillside, making the connection to nature even more tangible.Playful encounters in all seasons
Visiting Thomas is as much about atmosphere as it is about art. On bright days, families spread picnics at his feet and children scramble up his legs, while cyclists pause on the nearby paths to detour up the hill. In softer light, the giant’s silhouette stands out against big Danish skies, with the wind rustling through nearby reeds and the muffled sound of dogs and joggers drifting up from the park below. The setting works in most weather: mist lends the hill a slightly mythical quality, while a dusting of frost or snow transforms Thomas into a watchful guardian of a white landscape. Because access is open and ungated, you can choose quiet early-morning solitude or golden-hour views when the sun drops behind the suburb and the sculpture seems to glow.Part of a wider troll-hunting adventure
Many people meet Thomas as one stop on a longer route linking all Six Forgotten Giants by foot or bicycle. Albertslund’s network of paths connects through fields, small woods and lakes, turning the search into a day out in the urban fringe. Maps and clues from the artist’s broader project encourage exploration, but Thomas works equally well as a single destination if you simply want a short escape into greenery from Copenhagen. Because the giant is free to visit and always accessible, it has become a casual meeting point and a playful backdrop for photos, picnics and unhurried pauses. Whether you stay for fifteen minutes or an afternoon, the combination of whimsical art, reused materials and expansive views makes this wooden figure feel both grounded in its local landscape and part of a much bigger storytelling world of trolls, trash and treasure hunts.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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