Pillau Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Pillau Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
57 59.97 N,9 29.91 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.999500
  • Longitude: 9.498500
Water Depth 350 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name PILLAU
Type steam ship
Cargo armament,chemicals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 4, 1945
Original Detection Year 1945
Original Source other
Surveying Details H4169/87 14.11.90 SCUTTLED IN THE SKAGERRAK ON 4.10.45. (F LAURIN, 18.10.90). THOUGHT TO HAVE LOADED WITH A CARGO OF CHEMICAL AMMUNITION AT SCHLUTUP, LUBECK. POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SCUTTLED.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 57 59.97 N,9 29.91 E
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FAQ

Where is the PILLAU wreck located?

The PILLAU wreck is located at coordinates 57 59.97 N,9 29.91 E.

How deep is the seabed around the PILLAU?

The seabed around the PILLAU lies at approximately 350 meters deep.

When did the PILLAU sink?

The PILLAU sank on Oct 4, 1945.

When was the wreck of the PILLAU discovered?

The wreck of the PILLAU was discovered in 1945.

What cargo was the PILLAU carrying?

The PILLAU was carrying armament,chemicals.

What type of wreck is the PILLAU?

The PILLAU is classified as a steam ship.