Set off in search of Hans Hule Hånd

Hans Hule Hånd is not a troll you can simply walk up to. You have to find him, and that is a big part of the fun. Start your search on Dambo’s Trollmap, where the first clues will point you in the right direction.

Follow the trail through nature, and eventually the enormous wooden troll will appear between the trees. The search turns your visit into much more than a quick photo stop. It is a chance to spend time outdoors, follow the clues and enjoy the thrill of discovering the hidden artwork for yourself. Children and adults can join in the fun.

From Odense to the rest of the world

Hans Hule Hånd was created by Funen-born artist Thomas Dambo, who is known for his giant trolls made from recycled materials. The Odense troll was built in 2020 with the help of local volunteers, using discarded materials given a new life as art.

Hans Hule Hånd belongs to Thomas Dambo’s ever-growing family of trolls, now found across Denmark and around the world. Many fans plan their trips around finding as many of them as possible. For some, Hans Hule Hånd is their first introduction to Dambo’s world. For others, he is another stop on a nationwide troll hunt.

Spend the rest of the day outdoors

Your outing may begin with a trail of clues through nature, but it does not have to end there. Thomas Dambo’s artworks are designed to draw people outdoors, and Hans Hule Hånd is no exception. Once you have found him, why not make the most of the day and stay outside a little longer?

If exploring Odense in the open air has left you wanting more, you will find plenty of green spaces, trails and outdoor activities across the city. The search for Hans Hule Hånd can easily become the starting point for a day spent discovering new sides of Odense, with an extra dose of fresh air along the way.