A Dieu Vat (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
A dieu vat (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 40.418 N,1 34.76 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.673633
  • Longitude: -1.579333
Wreck Depth -4.2 m
Water Depth -6 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name A DIEU VAT (PROBABLY)
Type fishing vessel
Flag FR
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1973
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date May 23, 2019

Simplified Wreck Survey

The underwater wreck known as A DIEU VAT (PROBABLY) is located off the coast of Cherbourg, France, at coordinates 49 40.418 N, 1 34.76 W. Originally grounded near Tromet Beacon, this submerged obstruction is charted as a dangerous wreck with a depth over the wreck of 4.2 meters. Survey data from the UK Hydrographic Office and French records confirm the exact wreck position and structural depth for marine navigation.

Surveying Details

29.3.73 AGROUND NEAR TROMET BN, CHERBOURG. (LLOYDS 211). NCA YET. POSN 494032N, 013757W FOR FILING ONLY. HH351/352/01 14.6.90 ST WK, DR 4.2MTRS, IN 494028.4N, 013440.7W. (BREST NM 90 19 42, FRENCH WK RECORDS NO.14591252). G/S. SEP 2015/000182665 30.9.15 SHOWN AS ST DRIES 4.2MTRS IN 4940.418N, 0134.760W [WGD] ON FRENCH 7092. [ED 4, COR TO 11.8.15]. AMEND TO ST DRIES 4.2MTRS IN REVISED POSN.

Circumstances of loss

RAN AGROUND IN FOG NEAR TROMET BN, CHERBOURG. ABANDONED AFTER RECOVERY OF ENGINE. (LLOYDS 211).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 49 40.418 N,1 34.76 W
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FAQ

Where is the A DIEU VAT (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The A DIEU VAT (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 49 40.418 N,1 34.76 W.

How deep is the A DIEU VAT (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?

The A DIEU VAT (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about -4.2 meters and is located at coordinates 49 40.418 N,1 34.76 W.

When was the wreck of the A DIEU VAT (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the A DIEU VAT (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1973.

What country did the A DIEU VAT (PROBABLY) belong to?

The A DIEU VAT (PROBABLY) belonged to FR.

What type of wreck is the A DIEU VAT (PROBABLY)?

The A DIEU VAT (PROBABLY) is classified as a fishing vessel.

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