Julius Madsen Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Julius madsen Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
54 46.01 N,12 40.03 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.766833
  • Longitude: 12.667167
Wreck Depth 14.9 m
Water Depth 16 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name JULIUS MADSEN
Type steam ship
Flag DK
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 5, 1944
Original Detection Year 1972
Last Detection Year 2025
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details 4.2.72 WK IN 544606N, 124036E DISPERSED TO A DEPTH OF 14.0MTRS. (DANISH WK RECORDS (446240)). NCA. H1196/67 13.4.76 WK 14.6MTRS IN 544603N, 124006E [EUR]. (DANISH NM 558/76 & S/A/N/ DK 1/76). INS AS WK 8FMS. - NM 1067/76. 1.4.77 AMEND WK 14.6MTRS. NC 2365. 1.8.14 WK 15MTRS IN 5446.005N, 1240.033E [WGD] SHOWN ON DANISH 198. (EDN 4 MAR 2014, COR TO 7.3.14). AMEND DW 15MTRS.
Last Amended Date Sep 6, 2025

Circumstances of loss

MINED. (DANISH WK RECORDS).

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FAQ

Where is the JULIUS MADSEN wreck located?

The JULIUS MADSEN wreck is located at coordinates 54 46.01 N,12 40.03 E.

How deep is the JULIUS MADSEN and where exactly is it located?

The JULIUS MADSEN lies at a depth of about 14.9 meters and is located at coordinates 54 46.01 N,12 40.03 E.

How deep is the seabed around the JULIUS MADSEN?

The seabed around the JULIUS MADSEN lies at approximately 16 meters deep.

When did the JULIUS MADSEN sink?

The JULIUS MADSEN sank on Apr 5, 1944.

When was the wreck of the JULIUS MADSEN discovered?

The wreck of the JULIUS MADSEN was discovered in 1972.

What country did the JULIUS MADSEN belong to?

The JULIUS MADSEN belonged to DK.

What type of wreck is the JULIUS MADSEN?

The JULIUS MADSEN is classified as a steam ship.