Hercules Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Hercules Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
54 24.345 N,12 3.302 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.405750
  • Longitude: 12.055033
Wreck Depth 18.5 m
Water Depth 18 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name HERCULES
Type dredger
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1974
Last Detection Year 2025
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details 1.4.77 FSW 19.5MTRS IN 542430N, 120324E. (?DANISH NM 1558/74) NC 2365. 18.9.80 WK, LEAST DEPTH 19.5MTRS, SHOWN IN 542430N, 120324E ON DANISH 187 [MAY 1980 EDN]. HH330/350/02 30.12.91 WK, LEAST DEPTH NOW 18.5MTRS, IN 542424N, 120320E. (DANISH NM 1591/91) - NM 97/92. SEP 2015/000243843 2.12.15 SHOWN AS WK 18.5MTRS IN 5424.360N, 1203.263E [WGD] ON DK4GSMON. (EDN 42.2, DTD 11.11.15). RE-INSTATED.
Last Amended Date Sep 21, 2025
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FAQ

Where is the HERCULES wreck located?

The HERCULES wreck is located at coordinates 54 24.345 N,12 3.302 E.

How deep is the HERCULES and where exactly is it located?

The HERCULES lies at a depth of about 18.5 meters and is located at coordinates 54 24.345 N,12 3.302 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HERCULES?

The seabed around the HERCULES lies at approximately 18 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the HERCULES discovered?

The wreck of the HERCULES was discovered in 1974.

What type of wreck is the HERCULES?

The HERCULES is classified as a dredger.