Capella Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Capella Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 8.454 N,4 33.335 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.140900
  • Longitude: 4.555583
Water Depth 22 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CAPELLA
Type coaster
Flag NL
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1958
Last Detection Year 2017
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H468/58 4.6.58 SANK 10MILES NE OF TEXEL LIGHT VESSEL. (LL, 8.1.58). POSN 530830N, 043330E FOR FILING ONLY. NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 10, 2017

Circumstances of loss

FOUNDERED. CREW OF NINE MISSING. BOAT MARKED 'CAPELLA - GRONINGEN' WITH RAFT AND WRECKAGE FOUND BY LIFEBOAT 'BRANDARIS' OFF TERSHELLING. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 8.454 N,4 33.335 E
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FAQ

Where is the CAPELLA wreck located?

The CAPELLA wreck is located at coordinates 53 8.454 N,4 33.335 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CAPELLA?

The seabed around the CAPELLA lies at approximately 22 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the CAPELLA discovered?

The wreck of the CAPELLA was discovered in 1958.

What country did the CAPELLA belong to?

The CAPELLA belonged to NL.

What type of wreck is the CAPELLA?

The CAPELLA is classified as a coaster.