Le Griffon Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Le griffon Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
46 41.94 N,2 22.08 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 46.699000
  • Longitude: -2.368000
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LE GRIFFON
Type trawler
Flag FR
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 11, 1972
Original Detection Year 1972
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 15.2.72 RAN AGROUND AT ILE D'YEU. (LLOYDS, VOL 207). NCA YET. 29.3.88 NOT LISTED IN FRENCH WK RECORDS 1987. AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2017

Circumstances of loss

RAN AGROUND & SUBSEQUENTLY SANK DURING REFLOATING ATTEMPTS AT ILE D'YEU. (LLOYDS, VOL 207).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 46 41.94 N,2 22.08 W
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FAQ

Where is the LE GRIFFON wreck located?

The LE GRIFFON wreck is located at coordinates 46 41.94 N,2 22.08 W.

When did the LE GRIFFON sink?

The LE GRIFFON sank on Feb 11, 1972.

When was the wreck of the LE GRIFFON discovered?

The wreck of the LE GRIFFON was discovered in 1972.

What country did the LE GRIFFON belong to?

The LE GRIFFON belonged to FR.

What type of wreck is the LE GRIFFON?

The LE GRIFFON is classified as a trawler.