L'esperance Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
L'esperance Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 6.066 N,2 50.416 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.101100
  • Longitude: -2.840267
Water Depth 20 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name L'ESPERANCE
Type trawler
Flag FR
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 13, 1972
Original Detection Year 1972
Last Detection Year 2021
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Oct 19, 2021

Surveying Details

14.10.72 SANK IN 490630N, 024848W OR 1M W BY S OF PLATEAU DES ROCHES DOUVRES LT. (LLOYDS 210). 9.2.73 POSN 490615N, 025024W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). H1271/74 11.4.80 SHOWN AS DW PA ON FRENCH 879 & 970. BR STD. 29.9.88 SHOWN AS DW ON NC 2669. (AUTHORITY NOT KNOWN). 11.3.98 POSN 490607.6N, 025020.2W [EUR]. [PRECISION 500MTRS TO 1 MILE]. (FRENCH WK RECORDS 1998). AMENDED TO DW PA IN REVISED POSN. 10.5.99 POSN 4906.126N, 0250.336W [EUR]. (FRENCH WK RECORDS 1999). BR STD. 26.2.09 DW PD SHOWN ON FRENCH 7153 [2ND EDN' 08, LARGEST SCALE 1:50,000]. BR STD.

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FAQ

Where is the L'ESPERANCE wreck located?

The L'ESPERANCE wreck is located at coordinates 49 6.066 N,2 50.416 W.

How deep is the seabed around the L'ESPERANCE?

The seabed around the L'ESPERANCE lies at approximately 20 meters deep.

When did the L'ESPERANCE sink?

The L'ESPERANCE sank on Oct 13, 1972.

When was the wreck of the L'ESPERANCE discovered?

The wreck of the L'ESPERANCE was discovered in 1972.

What country did the L'ESPERANCE belong to?

The L'ESPERANCE belonged to FR.

What type of wreck is the L'ESPERANCE?

The L'ESPERANCE is classified as a trawler.

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