Archipel Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Archipel Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
49 40.44 N,1 41.08 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.674000
  • Longitude: -1.684667
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ARCHIPEL
Type trawler
Flag FR
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 2, 1973
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1973
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details 2.12.73 STRANDED IN 494030N, 014100W APPROX. (LLOYDS 214). POSN TO VAGUE TO CHART. 6.5.88 NOT LISTED IN 1987 FRENCH WK RECORDS. SEP 2015/000182665 30.9.15 NOT SHOWN ON FR 7092 [ED 4, COR TO 11.8.15]. AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Sep 30, 2015

Circumstances of loss

STRANDED IN THE VICINITY OF LE COTENTIN. (LLOYDS 214).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 49 40.44 N,1 41.08 W
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FAQ

Where is the ARCHIPEL wreck located?

The ARCHIPEL wreck is located at coordinates 49 40.44 N,1 41.08 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ARCHIPEL?

The seabed around the ARCHIPEL lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the ARCHIPEL sink?

The ARCHIPEL sank on Dec 2, 1973.

When was the wreck of the ARCHIPEL discovered?

The wreck of the ARCHIPEL was discovered in 1973.

What country did the ARCHIPEL belong to?

The ARCHIPEL belonged to FR.

What type of wreck is the ARCHIPEL?

The ARCHIPEL is classified as a trawler.