Temporary adjustment of terminal opening times
Due to the current situation regarding coronavirus / COVID 19, Swissterminal will adjust the opening times of its terminals in Frenkendorf and Basel.
We currently operate from 7:00 am – 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm.
We will monitor the situation closely and react to the respective requirements as soon as they change.
If you have any questions, our Registration Help Desk is available by phone at +41 61 906 4599 or by email at registration@swissterminal.com.
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