Llancarvan Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Llancarvan Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 59.25 N,8 59.833 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.987500
  • Longitude: -8.997217
Water Depth 50 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LLANCARVAN
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 4910
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 30, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Last Detection Year 1994
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Last Amended Date Aug 19, 2000

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck LLANCARVAN is located off the coast of Portugal near Cape St. Vincent at coordinates 36 59.25 N, 8 59.833 W. This underwater obstruction, historically recorded as a vessel that sank approximately two miles south of Cape St. Vincent during World War II, remains a significant maritime feature. While historical sinking reports originally placed the wreck at 36 59.15 N, 08 59.50 W, the updated survey coordinates reflect the precise location for the submerged wreck. Although the site was noted as not appearing on earlier Portuguese nautical charts, it remains registered as a known underwater hazard in the region.

Surveying Details

7.8.72 7.8.72 SANK 2M S OF CAPE ST VINCENT. (WW2SL) SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 160DEGS, 2M FROM CAPE ST VINCENT. (LL WW2) POSN 365915N, 085950W FOR FILING ONLY. 8.3.94 8.3.94 NOT SHOWN ON PORTUGUESE 40 [1993 1ST EDN]. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

SANK 2M S OF CAPE4 ST VINCENT, AFTER BEING ATTACKED BY AIRCRAFT & BOMBED, ON PASSAGE LISBON TO GIBRALTAR. (WW2 SL & LL WW2)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 36 59.25 N,8 59.833 W
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FAQ

Where is the LLANCARVAN wreck located?

The LLANCARVAN wreck is located at coordinates 36 59.25 N,8 59.833 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LLANCARVAN?

The seabed around the LLANCARVAN lies at approximately 50 meters deep.

When did the LLANCARVAN sink?

The LLANCARVAN sank on May 30, 1943.

When was the wreck of the LLANCARVAN discovered?

The wreck of the LLANCARVAN was discovered in 1943.

What country did the LLANCARVAN belong to?

The LLANCARVAN belonged to GB.

What cargo was the LLANCARVAN carrying?

The LLANCARVAN was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the LLANCARVAN?

The LLANCARVAN had a tonnage of 4910 tons.

What type of wreck is the LLANCARVAN?

The LLANCARVAN is classified as a steam ship.

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