Maria Varela Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Maria varela Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		42 10.819 N,8 52.37 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 42.180317
  • Longitude: -8.872833
Wreck Depth 38 m
Water Depth 40 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARIA VARELA
Type fishing vessel
Flag PT
Tonnage 140
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 12, 1994
Original Detection Year 1994
Last Detection Year 2024
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Jan 15, 2025

Surveying Details

HH359/620/02 7.2.94 SANK IN 421053N, 085217W. (LL, 12.1.94, 14.1.94 & 19.1 94). NCA YET. HH359/620/03 3.7.97 NDW IN 421053.9N, 085217.9W [EUR]. (SPANISH NM 24/945/97). BR STD. 2.6.99 SHOWN AS WK 38MTRS ON SPANISH 416B [1997 EDN]. NE 2548. 10.9.04 SHOWN AS NDW ON SPANISH 41B [3RD EDN MAY'04, 1:200,000]. NCA, RETAIN AS CHARTED WK 38MTRS ON BA 1730 [JUN'02 EDN, ADOPTION OF SPANISH LARGEST SCALE 416B].

Circumstances of loss

SANK AFTER STRIKING A FLOATING LOG AT ENTRANCE TO VIGO BAY. (LLOYDS).

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FAQ

Where is the MARIA VARELA wreck located?

The MARIA VARELA wreck is located at coordinates 42 10.819 N,8 52.37 W.

How deep is the MARIA VARELA and where exactly is it located?

The MARIA VARELA lies at a depth of about 38 meters and is located at coordinates 42 10.819 N,8 52.37 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MARIA VARELA?

The seabed around the MARIA VARELA lies at approximately 40 meters deep.

When did the MARIA VARELA sink?

The MARIA VARELA sank on Jan 12, 1994.

When was the wreck of the MARIA VARELA discovered?

The wreck of the MARIA VARELA was discovered in 1994.

What country did the MARIA VARELA belong to?

The MARIA VARELA belonged to PT.

What was the tonnage of the MARIA VARELA?

The MARIA VARELA had a tonnage of 140 tons.

What type of wreck is the MARIA VARELA?

The MARIA VARELA is classified as a fishing vessel.

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