Kjobenhavn Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
dangerous wreck |
Kjobenhavn Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
53 59.79 N,7 36.098 E |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 53.996500
- Longitude: 7.601633
|
| Wreck Depth |
26 m
|
| Water Depth |
34 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
KJOBENHAVN |
|
Type
|
steam ship
|
| Flag |
DK |
| Length |
72.5 m |
| Width |
11.3 m |
| Draught |
4.3 |
| Tonnage |
1264 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Feb 20, 1943
|
| Bottom Texture |
Sand |
| Original Detection Year |
1943 |
| Last Detection Year |
2019 |
| Original Source |
national HO/authority notice to mariners |
| Last Amended Date |
Apr 26, 2019 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
Underwater wreck KJOBENHAVN is located in the North Sea at coordinates 53 59.79 N, 7 36.098 E. This submerged obstruction has been surveyed multiple times, with historical data confirming it was originally found with a clearance depth of 25.0 meters. Following extensive hydrographic surveys, the wreck is currently charted as swept clear at a depth of 26 meters. The position of the KJOBENHAVN wreck is documented in international maritime charts, and its status is verified by the latest German nautical publications. Mariners should note the current clearance depth of 26 meters at these specific coordinates in the North Sea to ensure safe navigation.
Surveying Details
H2128/70 21.8.74 WK SW 25.0MTRS [13FMS 4FT] IN 535950N, 073616E. (HAMBURG NM 2778/74) BR STD. H3575/75 23.12.86 SWEPT CLEAR AT 26.3MTRS. (HAMBURG NM 4478/86) BR STD. 10.3.03 WK SW 26.3MTRS SHOWN IN 5359.790N, 0736.098E [WGD] ON GERMAN 87 [6TH EDN 1998]. NE 1875. 16.1.12 SHOWN AS SW 26.1MTRS [LAT] ON GERMAN 103 [DEN DTD 9.2011]. NE 3767. 17.4.15 SHOWN AS SW 26MTRS [LAT] IN 5359.790N, 0736.098E [WGD] ON GERMAN 87 [EDN 10, DTD 3.2015]. AMEND TO SW 26MTRS.
Circumstances of loss
DANISH VESSEL UNDER GERMAN CONTROL, BUILT 1923 BY HOWALDTSWERKE WITH TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINES. MINED NEAR BORKUM. (DODS).
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
53 59.79 N,7 36.098 E
Kjobenhavn on Wreck Map
Kjobenhavn Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the KJOBENHAVN wreck located?
The KJOBENHAVN wreck is located at coordinates 53 59.79 N,7 36.098 E.
How deep is the KJOBENHAVN and where exactly is it located?
The KJOBENHAVN lies at a depth of about 26 meters and is located at coordinates 53 59.79 N,7 36.098 E.
How deep is the seabed around the KJOBENHAVN?
The seabed around the KJOBENHAVN lies at approximately 34 meters deep.
When did the KJOBENHAVN sink?
The KJOBENHAVN sank on Feb 20, 1943.
When was the wreck of the KJOBENHAVN discovered?
The wreck of the KJOBENHAVN was discovered in 1943.
What country did the KJOBENHAVN belong to?
The KJOBENHAVN belonged to DK.
What was the tonnage of the KJOBENHAVN?
The KJOBENHAVN had a tonnage of 1264 tons.
What type of wreck is the KJOBENHAVN?
The KJOBENHAVN is classified as a steam ship.