Andvari Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Andvari Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		63 15 N,19 0 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 63.250000
  • Longitude: -19.000000
Water Depth 450 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name ANDVARI
Type trawler
Flag IS
Length 26.2 m
Width 6.1 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 204
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 22, 1993
Original Detection Year 1993
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Feb 18, 2005

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the Andvari is located off the southern coast of Iceland near Vik i Myrdal at coordinates 63 15 N, 19 0 W. This underwater obstruction, which sank in July 1993, sits approximately 10 meters deep in the coastal waters of Myrdalsvik. The site serves as a known navigational hazard in the region.

Surveying Details

HH100/350/02 17.8.93 SANK 10M FROM VIK I MYRDAL (MYRDALSVIK). (MTL, JULY '93). POSN 631500N, 190000W. NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

BECAME ENTANGLED DURING FISHING OPERATIONS. SWAMPED AND SUBSEQUENTLY SANK. (MTL, JULY '93).

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FAQ

Where is the ANDVARI wreck located?

The ANDVARI wreck is located at coordinates 63 15 N,19 0 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ANDVARI?

The seabed around the ANDVARI lies at approximately 450 meters deep.

When did the ANDVARI sink?

The ANDVARI sank on May 22, 1993.

When was the wreck of the ANDVARI discovered?

The wreck of the ANDVARI was discovered in 1993.

What country did the ANDVARI belong to?

The ANDVARI belonged to IS.

What was the tonnage of the ANDVARI?

The ANDVARI had a tonnage of 204 tons.

What type of wreck is the ANDVARI?

The ANDVARI is classified as a trawler.

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