Dusseldorf Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Dusseldorf Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 32.267 N,20 57.817 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.537783
  • Longitude: 20.963617
Water Depth 7 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name DUSSELDORF
Type steam ship
Cargo railway: stock and construction materials,metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1920
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Nov 9, 2016

Surveying Details

H8952/20 18.12.20 DUSSELDORF, LOADED WITH STEEL RAILS, SUNK IN MIDDLE ENTRANCE TO LIBAU HBR IN 563215N, 205752E APPROX. (SNO BALTIC) H1666/21 17.3.21 WKS IN MIDDLE ENTRANCE HAVE NOT BEEN REMOVED. NO INFORMATION GIVEN AS TO NAMES OF WRECKS REMAINING. (C.O. SS BALTRINGER) - TNM ISSUED. H1666/21 27.4.21 WKS IN N AND MIDDLE ENTRANCES HAVE BEEN DYNAMITED BUT PIECES NOT YET REMOVED. ENTRANCES SAFE FOR VESSELS UP TO 12FT DRAUGHT ONLY. (FOREIGN OFFICE) H7320/23 24.10.23 H7320/23 24.10.23 STEEL SS DUSSELDORF, AFTER PART BLOWN UP, BUT SIDES, DECK & BOILER STILL UNDAMAGED, IN 563216N, 205749E. (BRITISH CONSUL, RIGA, B.O.T. MEMO 16773/23) INS AS DW. BA 1770. H4529/24 4.7.24 G CONL BUOY IN 563216N, 205742E WITHDRAWN, [PROBABLY MARKING THIS WK]. (RIGA 10/16) DELETE BUOY. - NM. H8178/26 5.1.27 SHOWN AS DW MARKED BY BW PERCH CLOSE N. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) BA 1770. [NO DATE] NO LONGER CHARTED. AMENDED TO DEAD. SEP 2016/000175581 9.11.16 NOT SHOWN ON LATVIAN 3700. (EDN 3, COR TO 10.6.16). CONFIRMED DEAD.

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FAQ

Where is the DUSSELDORF wreck located?

The DUSSELDORF wreck is located at coordinates 56 32.267 N,20 57.817 E.

How deep is the seabed around the DUSSELDORF?

The seabed around the DUSSELDORF lies at approximately 7 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the DUSSELDORF discovered?

The wreck of the DUSSELDORF was discovered in 1920.

What cargo was the DUSSELDORF carrying?

The DUSSELDORF was carrying railway: stock and construction materials,metal: concentrate and products.

What type of wreck is the DUSSELDORF?

The DUSSELDORF is classified as a steam ship.

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