Petite Foule 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
Petite foule Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		46 6.94 N,1 9.08 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 46.115667
  • Longitude: -1.151333
Water Depth -1 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PETITE FOULE
Type fishing vessel
Flag FR
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 1998
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Last Amended Date Jul 17, 1999

Surveying Details

1.12.76 BUOY MARKED 'PETITE FOULE' PLUS RAFT WITH LIFEJACKET FOUND IN THE BALEINES AREA. (LANDS END RADIO). 3.12.76 VESSEL REPD MISSING DURING STORMS. NO HOPE OF FINDING CREW OF 5. (LL, 6.12.76). 10.12.76 WRECKAGE FOUND NEAR LA ROCHELLE. (LLOYDS VOL.268). NCA, POSN 460700N, 010900W FOR FILING ONLY. 6.4.88 NOT LISTED IN FRENCH WK RECORDS 1987. 5.7.99 NOT SHOWN ON FRENCH 7413 [1998 EDN]. AMENDED TO DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

1.12.76 VESSEL WITH CREW OF 5 REPORTED MISSING 1.12.76. PRESUMED LOST IN STORMS, WRECKAGE FOUND NEAR LA ROCHELLE. (LLOYDS, VOL 226).

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FAQ

Where is the PETITE FOULE wreck located?

The PETITE FOULE wreck is located at coordinates 46 6.94 N,1 9.08 W.

When was the wreck of the PETITE FOULE discovered?

The wreck of the PETITE FOULE was discovered in 1976.

What country did the PETITE FOULE belong to?

The PETITE FOULE belonged to FR.

What type of wreck is the PETITE FOULE?

The PETITE FOULE is classified as a fishing vessel.

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