Garoufalia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Garoufalia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		64 36 N,10 42 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 64.600000
  • Longitude: 10.700000
Water Depth 465 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GAROUFALIA
Type steam ship
Flag GR
Length 117.3 m
Width 15.8 m
Draught 8.2
Tonnage 4708
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 11, 1939
Original Detection Year 1939
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 642000N, 102000E. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) 12.7.90 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 643600N, 104200E. (WW2SL, LL WW2 & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES) NCA, PLOTS IN 465MTRS.
Last Amended Date Jun 16, 2009

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1914 BY IRVINE'S S.B. & D.D. CO. WITH TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINES OF 320NHP. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ANTONIS G LEMOS' SONS. PASSAGE OSLO FOR KIRKENES. SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U 38 OFF FOLLA. (DODS, WW2SL, LL WW2 & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES)

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FAQ

Where is the GAROUFALIA wreck located?

The GAROUFALIA wreck is located at coordinates 64 36 N,10 42 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GAROUFALIA?

The seabed around the GAROUFALIA lies at approximately 465 meters deep.

When did the GAROUFALIA sink?

The GAROUFALIA sank on Dec 11, 1939.

When was the wreck of the GAROUFALIA discovered?

The wreck of the GAROUFALIA was discovered in 1939.

What country did the GAROUFALIA belong to?

The GAROUFALIA belonged to GR.

What cargo was the GAROUFALIA carrying?

The GAROUFALIA was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the GAROUFALIA?

The GAROUFALIA had a tonnage of 4708 tons.

What type of wreck is the GAROUFALIA?

The GAROUFALIA is classified as a steam ship.

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