Perle De Cristal Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Perle de cristal Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
44 57.43 N,1 13.59 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 44.957167
  • Longitude: -1.226500
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PERLE DE CRISTAL
Type trawler
Tonnage 46
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 1, 1970
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1970
Last Detection Year 2018
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 25.2.70 VESSEL STRANDED NEAR ARCACHON, 4.5 KM FROM LACANAU-OCEAN. BREAKING UP. (LLOYDS VOL.199) NCA, POSN 445730N, 011330W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Mar 20, 2018

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL SWEPT ASHORE NEAR ARCACHON, 4.5 KM FROM LACANAU-OCEAN. VESSEL BREAKING UP & FILLING WITH SAND. 3 OF 5 CREW LOST. (LLOYDS VOL.199)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 44 57.43 N,1 13.59 W
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FAQ

Where is the PERLE DE CRISTAL wreck located?

The PERLE DE CRISTAL wreck is located at coordinates 44 57.43 N,1 13.59 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PERLE DE CRISTAL?

The seabed around the PERLE DE CRISTAL lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the PERLE DE CRISTAL sink?

The PERLE DE CRISTAL sank on Feb 1, 1970.

When was the wreck of the PERLE DE CRISTAL discovered?

The wreck of the PERLE DE CRISTAL was discovered in 1970.

What was the tonnage of the PERLE DE CRISTAL?

The PERLE DE CRISTAL had a tonnage of 46 tons.

What type of wreck is the PERLE DE CRISTAL?

The PERLE DE CRISTAL is classified as a trawler.