Holland Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Holland Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 26.95 N,12 37.067 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.449167
  • Longitude: 12.617783
Wreck Depth 11 m
Water Depth 11 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name HOLLAND
Type steam ship
Flag DE
Tonnage 2284
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 29, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Last Detection Year 1972
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Last Amended Date Jan 17, 2016

Simplified Wreck Survey

UK Hydrographic Office wreck survey details for the HOLLAND located at coordinates 55 26.95 N, 12 37.067 E in the Øresund between Denmark and Sweden. Historical records show the wreck was initially marked by a light and flags in 1945, later updated with a spar buoy, and recorded with a least depth of 10 to 11 meters after being partially dispersed by explosives in 1972.

Surveying Details

H2628/45 7.6.45 ST IN 552656N, 123706E, WITH FL LT ON MAST & G WK MARK WITH 2 FLAGS CLOSE E. (DANISH NM 390/45). INS ST. - NM 1541/45. H2628/45 15.10.47 AMEND TO DW, MARKED BY G SPAR BUOY, QFL CLOSE E. (DANISH NM 21/1119/47). - NM 2740/47. H2628/45 7.7.48 LEAST DEPTH 10MTRS, BUOY REMOVED. (DANISH NM 23/1064/48). AMEND WK 5FMS 5FT. - NM 1473/48. H2628/45 29.5.51 LEAST DEPTH NOW 11MTRS. (DANISH NM 360/51). AMEND 11FMS. BR STD. 13.3.72 BLOWN UP TO A MIN DEPTH OF 11MTRS IN 552652N, 123702E. (DANISH WK RECORDS NO 526237).

Circumstances of loss

MINED. (DANISH WK RECORDS)

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FAQ

Where is the HOLLAND wreck located?

The HOLLAND wreck is located at coordinates 55 26.95 N,12 37.067 E.

How deep is the HOLLAND and where exactly is it located?

The HOLLAND lies at a depth of about 11 meters and is located at coordinates 55 26.95 N,12 37.067 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HOLLAND?

The seabed around the HOLLAND lies at approximately 11 meters deep.

When did the HOLLAND sink?

The HOLLAND sank on Mar 29, 1943.

When was the wreck of the HOLLAND discovered?

The wreck of the HOLLAND was discovered in 1943.

What country did the HOLLAND belong to?

The HOLLAND belonged to DE.

What was the tonnage of the HOLLAND?

The HOLLAND had a tonnage of 2284 tons.

What type of wreck is the HOLLAND?

The HOLLAND is classified as a steam ship.

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