Norge Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Norge Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
68 26 N,17 25 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 68.433333
  • Longitude: 17.416667
Water Depth 0 m
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NORGE
Type coaster
Flag NO
Length 91.7 m
Width 15.2 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 4166
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 9, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1999
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H811/52 11.11.71 SUNK OFF NARVIK. (OSLO NM 1/48/52) - NCA - POSN 682600N, 172500E FOR FILING ONLY. 13.5.99 P/S 'NORGE' SHOWN IN 6825.620N, 1724.600E [EUR] ON NOR 461 [REPRINT 1/1999] - AMENDED TO DEAD. [SEE WK RECORD 55305].
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1900, WAS TORPEDOED & SUNK BY TWO GERMAN DESTROYERS DURING MIST & SNOW, WHILST GUARDING THE ENTRANCE TO NARVIK. (DODS)

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FAQ

Where is the NORGE wreck located?

The NORGE wreck is located at coordinates 68 26 N,17 25 E.

When did the NORGE sink?

The NORGE sank on Apr 9, 1940.

When was the wreck of the NORGE discovered?

The wreck of the NORGE was discovered in 1940.

What country did the NORGE belong to?

The NORGE belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the NORGE?

The NORGE had a tonnage of 4166 tons.

What type of wreck is the NORGE?

The NORGE is classified as a coaster.