Among the trees of Sparekasseskoven at Løgumkloster stands Markus Knuskrammer (Markus Hug-giver), Thomas Dambo's troll number 178. He got his name because he loves giving hugs, and with his long arms and friendly face he reminds us to take a little extra care of each other and of nature.
Built from the forest's own branches
Markus is made of recycled materials: branches from Sparekasseskoven, water-damaged larch and leftover wood from the production of nature playgrounds.
How to find Markus
Park in Løgumkloster and follow the path out towards the forest. Then suddenly, there he is.
Go on a troll hunt
Markus Knuskrammer is one of Thomas Dambo's many trolls in Denmark. They are all built from recycled wood, often with local volunteers, and hidden in nature, so you'll have to explore to find them. It's free, and the troll can be visited all year, day and night – though it's easiest to find in daylight.
Please be gentle when you visit. The troll is made of wood and should delight many visitors in the years to come.
In OpdagDanmark's free app you can see all of Dambo's trolls on the map and find your way to the next one.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I find Markus Knuskrammer?
Markus Knuskrammer stands in Sparekasseskoven at Løgumkloster, a short walk from town.
Does it cost anything to see the troll?
No. The troll stands freely in nature and can be visited for free all year, day and night.
Who made the troll?
The Danish recycling artist Thomas Dambo, who has built giant trolls from recycled wood all over the world.
