Belle Colombe Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Belle colombe Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
49 42.94 N,2 5.09 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.715667
  • Longitude: -2.084833
Water Depth 35 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BELLE COLOMBE
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 17.4 m
Tonnage 47
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 20, 1986
Original Detection Year 1986
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2302/84 4.6.86 SANK OFF CAP LA HAGUE. (LL, 21.4.86). POSN 494300N, 020500W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Feb 2, 2001

Circumstances of loss

WOODEN HULL. PASSAGE IRELAND FOR GUERNSEY. SANK QUICKLY FOLLOWING COLLISION IN GOOD WEATHER CONDITIONS WITH FRENCH M PASSENGER/RO-RO FERRY BREIZH ISEL. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 49 42.94 N,2 5.09 W
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FAQ

Where is the BELLE COLOMBE wreck located?

The BELLE COLOMBE wreck is located at coordinates 49 42.94 N,2 5.09 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BELLE COLOMBE?

The seabed around the BELLE COLOMBE lies at approximately 35 meters deep.

When did the BELLE COLOMBE sink?

The BELLE COLOMBE sank on Apr 20, 1986.

When was the wreck of the BELLE COLOMBE discovered?

The wreck of the BELLE COLOMBE was discovered in 1986.

What country did the BELLE COLOMBE belong to?

The BELLE COLOMBE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the BELLE COLOMBE?

The BELLE COLOMBE had a tonnage of 47 tons.

What type of wreck is the BELLE COLOMBE?

The BELLE COLOMBE is classified as a fishing vessel.