Edelweiss Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Edelweiss Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 3.86 N,1 41.3 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.064333
  • Longitude: -1.688333
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EDELWEISS
Type fishing vessel
Flag FR
Length 12.5 m
Width 4.4 m
Tonnage 20
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1992
Last Detection Year 2006
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Last Amended Date May 15, 2006

Surveying Details

HH351/353/01 14.1.92 SANK IN 490355N, 014212.5W [EUR]. (CHERBOURG LOCAL AV NO.1488/91). NCA YET. HH351/540/01 19.6.92 ST IN PD 490354.5N, 014117.5W [EUR]. (FRENCH NM 92 23 24). - NM 1986/92. 26.4.99 POSN 4903.920N, 0141.210W [EUR]. ACCURACY 500MTRS. (FRENCH WK RECORDS 1999). AMEND POSN. BR STD. 15.5.06 WGD POSN: 4903.860N, 0141.300W. BA 3656 [5TH EDN, MAY'04].

Circumstances of loss

SCUTTLED FOR OPERATION 'MELLICK'.

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FAQ

Where is the EDELWEISS wreck located?

The EDELWEISS wreck is located at coordinates 49 3.86 N,1 41.3 W.

How deep is the seabed around the EDELWEISS?

The seabed around the EDELWEISS lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the EDELWEISS discovered?

The wreck of the EDELWEISS was discovered in 1992.

What country did the EDELWEISS belong to?

The EDELWEISS belonged to FR.

What was the tonnage of the EDELWEISS?

The EDELWEISS had a tonnage of 20 tons.

What type of wreck is the EDELWEISS?

The EDELWEISS is classified as a fishing vessel.

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