Marceau Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Marceau Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		37 16 N,10 4.87 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.266667
  • Longitude: 10.081167
Water Depth 19 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARCEAU
Type battleship
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 20, 1922
Original Detection Year 1922
Last Detection Year 1939
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Last Amended Date Nov 21, 2003

Simplified Wreck Survey

Wreck details for the vessel Marceau located off the coast of Tunisia near Cape Zelib at coordinates 37 16 N, 10 04.87 E. Historical survey records indicate this wreck is the remains of an old cruiser. Initial reports identified a submerged obstruction in this region before the wreck was positively associated with the site near Cape Zelib. The wreck site has been historically charted and monitored by the UK Hydrographic Office with survey references including H2471/22, H5514/23, and H7342/25. While earlier records suggested potential deletions, the site remains a recognized underwater obstruction for maritime navigation. This Marceau wreck site serves as a significant underwater feature in the Mediterranean Sea near the Tunisian coastline.

Surveying Details

H2471/22 27.4.22 ST IN 371500N, 100600E APPROX. (D.I.O.MALTA N&D 944/22). H5514/23 11.8.23 WK PRESUMED TO BE IDENTICAL WITH ST IN 371605N, 100452E ON CAPE ZELIB. (HMS CAMPBELL, NO.1). BA 250. H7342/25 3.11.25 WK OF AN OLD CRUISER ON C ZELIB IS CONPICUOUS & APPEARS TO BE CORRECTLY CHARTED. (HMAS MORESBY, NO.1). H3044/26 13.5.26 REFERENCE TO WK IN RB HMS SANDHURST. NCA. H2148/39 1.4.39 DELETE. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. NE 1381 & 250.

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, SANK WHEN SHE BROKE ADRIFT WHILST BEING TOWED FROM BIZERTA TO TOULON TO BE BROKEN UP. RAN ASHORE IN THE SMALL BAY OF NAIRA ZUZEP ON THE TUNISIAN COAST. (D.I.O.MALTA N&D 944/22).

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FAQ

Where is the MARCEAU wreck located?

The MARCEAU wreck is located at coordinates 37 16 N,10 4.87 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MARCEAU?

The seabed around the MARCEAU lies at approximately 19 meters deep.

When did the MARCEAU sink?

The MARCEAU sank on Jan 20, 1922.

When was the wreck of the MARCEAU discovered?

The wreck of the MARCEAU was discovered in 1922.

What type of wreck is the MARCEAU?

The MARCEAU is classified as a battleship.

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