Saint Marcouf Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Saint marcouf Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 9.84 N,0 27.108 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.164000
  • Longitude: 0.451800
Wreck Depth 20 m
Water Depth 33 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SAINT MARCOUF
Type fishing vessel
Flag FR
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 10, 1979
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1979
Last Detection Year 1996
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H3051/75 21.8.79 SANK IN APPROX 500954N, 002712E. (SHOREHAM CG SIG DTD 10.8.79). CHART AS NDW PA. R/P. SANK IN 500954N, 002712E [EUR]. (CHERBOUR LOCAL AV.1349/79). [OGB] POSN 500948N, 002712.5E. BR STD. 10.4.96 AMENDED TO USC PD 20MTRS TO AGREE WITH CHART.
Last Amended Date May 31, 2000

Circumstances of loss

10.8.79 SANK WHILE UNDER TOW OF TRAWLER 'COTE D'OPALE'. (SHOREHAM CG SIG DTD 10.8.79).

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FAQ

Where is the SAINT MARCOUF wreck located?

The SAINT MARCOUF wreck is located at coordinates 50 9.84 N,0 27.108 E.

How deep is the SAINT MARCOUF and where exactly is it located?

The SAINT MARCOUF lies at a depth of about 20 meters and is located at coordinates 50 9.84 N,0 27.108 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SAINT MARCOUF?

The seabed around the SAINT MARCOUF lies at approximately 33 meters deep.

When did the SAINT MARCOUF sink?

The SAINT MARCOUF sank on Aug 10, 1979.

When was the wreck of the SAINT MARCOUF discovered?

The wreck of the SAINT MARCOUF was discovered in 1979.

What country did the SAINT MARCOUF belong to?

The SAINT MARCOUF belonged to FR.

What type of wreck is the SAINT MARCOUF?

The SAINT MARCOUF is classified as a fishing vessel.