The Big Bear experience: Hire, kit yourself out, toast, repeat
Because we thought that just a bar, just a shop, or just ski hire in Samoens was fine, but
that if we mixed the three, we could offer you a richer customer experience and, above all
understand your expectations. Whether it's on the bar-shop side, or the ski hire side, our team
will listen to you and support you.
When it comes to ski hire, our team of skimans will put all their expertise at your disposal:
For a ski hiring in Samoens, whether you're looking for skis or snowboards for beginners, those who want to improve or those who want to perform at their best, our team will be happy to listen to you and advise you on the best equipment for you and your children. Pure piste or freeride, all-terrain or snowboard, tell us what you want to do and we'll take care of the rest.
This summer, Big Bear and Yaute aventure 74 are joining forces to offer you a quality rafting experience. You'll be welcomed into a warm and friendly environment, enjoy your descent of the Giffre with Yann and Baptiste and, on your return, relax in the garden with an ice cream, a good beer or other cold drinks.
Further information: https://www.rafting-aventure74.com/
After collecting your ski hire in Samoens or after a good day on the slopes, take time out for après-ski and make yourself comfortable. Order a hot or cold drink, a beer, a glass of wine or a cocktail. Extend your aperitif with friends or family and discover our aperitif platters.
In summer, come and enjoy our terrace and enclosed garden, perfect for family get-togethers. Relax with your feet up in the grass, in a deckchair and with a view of the Criou. Twice a week in July and August, we offer live concerts... Pop, rock, blues, jazz or soul, there's something for everyone!
Sharing life's finest moments, that's what the BIG BEAR COMPANY lounge bar is all about.
As well as ski hire in Samoens, our team at the shop will be on hand to offer you personalised support. We have selected quality, eco-responsible clothing for you, with a complete range of technical, streetwear and lifestyle clothing.
There's a wide choice of lifestyle clothing, including the following brands: Volcom, Roxy, Quiksilver and Sun Valley.
On the technical side, you'll find a complete range from Columbia.
You'll also find a wide range of accessories for hiking, trail running and everyday use.
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Thanks to our network of carefully selected partners, you'll be able to find the ideal accommodation for your holiday, whether in winter or summer. Just ask us.
When you come to Big Bear for your ski hire in Samoens, you're choosing quality. Park right in front of us and collect your equipment with ease. By booking online, our team will be ready to welcome you and will have already selected the skis or snowboards that suit you best. Because sore feet can quickly become hell on the slopes, we'll take the time to find you the right boots... Comfort and warmth are the keys to your well-being on the slopes.
Waiting for your equipment in a queue can be interminable... To avoid this, Big Bear offers you the use of our boutique or lounge bar: let us know when you arrive and if the wait is too long, relax at the bar or let our team guide you through the shop. We'll let you know when it's your turn.
For winter 2024/2025, 95% of ski and snowboard hire in Samoens is guaranteed to be less than one year old. The rental fleet is made up of last season's models, for all types of downhill skiing and snowboarding and in all conditions.
The quality of our welcome goes hand in hand with customer satisfaction. Our team will welcome you with a smile and with attention to help you make the right choices, whether it's for a complete ski or snowboard outfit, a wine tasting or the selection of rental equipment suited to your ability and level. At Big Bear, you'll have a different experience when it comes to your ski hire in Samoens.
In the shop, we wanted to work with environmentally-friendly brands, using recycled products or products from sustainable or carbon-neutral sources.
At the bar, we wanted to favour short circuits and work with local producers. All the draught beers come from local brewers, local farms supply us with cheese and small independent producers supply the charcuterie. The teas and coffees
are all organic and from sustainable and fair-trade production.
Discover our selection of brands chosen for the quality of their products, their knowledge of the mountain environment and outdoor activities, their fashion positioning and their eco-responsible approach. Whether for hire or in the shop, you'll find highly technical products with attractive designs.
Your ski hire in Samoens with easy access and an ideal location: Pick up your equipment easily thanks to the two car parks next to the shop, where you can even recharge your electric vehicle. You can also take advantage of the resort's free shuttle buses, which stop very close to the shop and can drop you off at the gondola.
Open Monday to Saturday. Closed on Sunday
From 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. then from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Open Monday to Saturday, 10am to midnight.
Closed on Sunday
Samoens is at the heart of the Grand Massif ski area, with 265km of pistes. From Samoens, you can reach the resorts of Flaine, Morillon, Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval and Les Carroz and enjoy one of the largest ski areas in Europe.
The Giffre valley is the perfect mid-mountain valley for hiking enthusiasts. Discover the easily accessible Cirque du Fer-à-Cheval or set off on more challenging hikes with the help of our mountain guides and the many mountain huts scattered around our summits.
You can also take to the clouds in a paraglider or hurtle down the mountain bike trails. And if you're looking for something even cooler, don't hesitate to book a rafting or canoeing trip down the Giffre... Thrills and fun guaranteed!
In the village, wander through the typical narrow streets, visit the botanical garden or take a guided tour on the little train. Wake up your taste buds in one of the many grocery shops selling local produce, or treat yourself in one of the resort's many restaurants.
Finally, you'll find plenty of fun activities on the Lac aux Dames site: municipal swimming pool and slide for young and old, playgrounds and swimming in the lake, golf practice, tennis and tennis paddle, beach volleyball, accrobranche or airbag jumping... or simply a picnic with your feet up in the grass and a magnificent view of the Criou and the Dents Blanches.
Whatever you fancy, don't hesitate to ask us, we'll be happy to advise you.
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