1. The bike route to Thomas Dambo’s artwork *The 6 Forgotten Giants*
Length: 31 km
Areas: Vestegnen, Ishøj, Høje Tårstrup, Rødovre, Vallensbæk
If you’d like to combine an art excursion with a beautiful nature experience, “The 6 Forgotten Giants” is an ideal bike route. The route takes you past six impressive wooden sculptures made from recycled wood and created by artist Thomas Dambo. Dambo is known for his large trolls, which can now be found in many places around the world. The 6 Forgotten Giants were created in 2016 and are thus more than 10 years old.
The sculptures are enormous, yet they’re well hidden. You’ll find them under bridges, deep in the forest, and out in the wilderness, among other places. That’s precisely part of the idea behind the project: to get people out exploring nature.
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2. Amarmino on a bike
Length: 27 km
Areas: Ørestad, Amager Fælled, Kalvebod Fælled, Kongelunden, and Dragør.
The Amarmino is best known as a popular hiking trail, but it’s definitely worth exploring by bike as well. The 27-kilometer route winds through the varied landscapes of Amager Nature Park from Ørestad to Dragør and offers a truly beautiful cycling experience just outside Copenhagen.
At Kalvebod Fælled, you’ll come across the international bird sanctuary and continue through Pinseskoven, Denmark’s largest naturally regenerated birch forest. Far to the south lies Kongelunden, before the route reaches Sydamager’s unspoiled coastal landscapes near Dragør.
3. The Bicycle Route to BIG's Architecture
Length: 22 km
Areas: Ørestad, Amager, Vesterbro, Islands Brygge, and the Århusgade neighborhood.
If you’re interested in modern architecture, The Architectural BIG Bike Tour in Copenhagen is a must-see. The route takes you past some of Bjarke Ingels (BIG)’s most striking buildings and urban spaces, including Bjerget, 8 Tallet, the VM-Husene, Kaktus Towers, and CopenHill. Along the way, you’ll also pass by Noma, which has been named the world’s best restaurant on several occasions.
Among the urban spaces you’ll cycle past is Superkilen in Nørrebro, a 750-meter-long public park with small social gathering spots. The route also passes Islandsbrygge Havnebad, one of the architectural firm’s most striking projects, which attracts both locals and tourists in droves. A refreshing dip here is just what you need after many kilometers on your bike.
The last stop on the route is BIG’s own architectural studio, which is open to the public on the lower level and features occasional special exhibitions and a restaurant where you can end your bike ride with a well-deserved meal.
If you're staying at Go Hotel Copenhagen, you can easily follow the route from start to finish, and several of our other hotels are located along the way.
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4. Sightseeing in Copenhagen from the Saddle of a Bicycle
Length: 5 km
Areas: Østerbro, Indre By, and Christianshavn.
Is this your first time visiting Copenhagen, and would you like to experience the city’s biggest tourist attractions by bike? Then we’ve put together this sightseeing tour that takes you past seven of Copenhagen’s most famous landmarks. The tour starts at The Little Mermaid and continues past Kastellet, Amalienborg, Nyhavn, and Christiansborg before heading on to Our Savior’s Church and Christiania. In just 5 km, you’ll pass historic buildings, the royal family’s residence, and other must-see Copenhagen landmarks. This route is ideal if you want to experience a lot of Copenhagen in a short time while also seeing the city from the saddle of your bike. If you’re staying at Go Hotel Østerport, you can start right from the hotel. You can also bring your bike on the S-train for free during off-peak hours if you’d like to start or end your ride somewhere else.
5. The Bicycle Route Through Sydhavnen
Areas: Sydhavnen and Valby
Length: 15 .5 km
On this bike route in Copenhagen, you’ll pass by small seaside communities, charming community garden associations, and Valbyparken Strand, where you can take a break by the water.
Along the way, you can also stop by Banegaarden, a cozy and charming area with food stalls, cafés, and plenty of activity. The route also takes you through large green spaces and along nature trails, where you might encounter both sheep and alpacas during the summer months!
Sydhavnen is a neighborhood in constant flux and full of contrasts. Here you’ll find city life, nature, harbor life, and local spots that are a bit off the beaten path.
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Rent a bike at your Go Hotel
If you didn't bring your bike from home, you don't need to look for a bike rental place around town.
At Go Hotels, you can rent a Go Hotel bike at all of our hotels, with the exception of Go Hotel Herlev.
This means you can easily start your bike ride right from the hotel, whether you're staying in Vesterbro, Amager, or Østerbro.
For example, if you're staying at Go Hotel City, you can quickly get to Amager Strand and on to Amager. From Go Hotel Saga or Go Hotel Ansgar, Vesterbro and downtown are right nearby, while Go Hotel Østerport is a great starting point for a trip to Kastellet, Langelinie, and Nordhavn.
Copenhagen is best experienced by bike
Whether you want to bike along the waterfront, through the city’s historic streets, in search of art, or out into nature, biking is an easy way to explore Copenhagen. Take a short ride through downtown one day, bike along Amager Beach the next, or spend a whole day searching for The Six Forgotten Giants.