Hansa Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hansa Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 55.917 N,17 44.167 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.931950
  • Longitude: 17.736117
Water Depth 120 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name HANSA
Type steam ship
Flag SE
Tonnage 563
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo chemicals,general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 24, 1944
Original Detection Year 1944
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 8.8.72 8.8.72 VESSEL SUNK IN 25M NW OF VISBY, GOTLAND ISLAND, IN 55FMS. (WW2L, LL WW2) NCA, POSN 575555N, 174410E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Feb 19, 2002

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL PRESUMED TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY SUBMARINE 25M NW OF VISBY, GOTLAND ISLAND, BALTIC. (WW2SL) VESSEL WAS ON PASSAGE NYNASHAMN TO VISBY, WITH 24 CREW AND 80 PASSENGERS, 2 CREW WERE SAVED. (LL WW2)

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FAQ

Where is the HANSA wreck located?

The HANSA wreck is located at coordinates 57 55.917 N,17 44.167 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HANSA?

The seabed around the HANSA lies at approximately 120 meters deep.

When did the HANSA sink?

The HANSA sank on Nov 24, 1944.

When was the wreck of the HANSA discovered?

The wreck of the HANSA was discovered in 1944.

What country did the HANSA belong to?

The HANSA belonged to SE.

What cargo was the HANSA carrying?

The HANSA was carrying chemicals,general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the HANSA?

The HANSA had a tonnage of 563 tons.

What type of wreck is the HANSA?

The HANSA is classified as a steam ship.

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