Fondation Beyeler in Basel is celebrating its reopening by offering visitors free admission on the first two days of March Photo: Mark Niedermann. Courtesy of Fondation Beyeler Swiss museums are permitted to reopen from 1 March in a cautious easing of the second pandemic lockdown imposed in mid-January, as the country’s rate of new infections continues to decline gradually. The reopening of museums, shops, zoos, botanical gardens and sports facilities is the first stage in a gradual loosening of restrictions approved by the government this month. Bars and restaurants remain closed and indoor private gatherings are limited to five people.