Pasaya Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Pasaya Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		43 49.93 N,1 55.08 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 43.832167
  • Longitude: -1.918000
Water Depth 130 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PASAYA
Type trawler
Flag ES
Length 32 m
Width 6.7 m
Tonnage 176
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 16, 1971
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 2009
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck PASAYA is located off the coast of San Sebastian, Spain, in the Bay of Biscay at coordinates 43 49.93 N, 1 55.08 W. This underwater obstruction was reported after the vessel sank approximately 30 meters off the port of Pasajes. Historical survey data indicates the wreck is not represented on French nautical charts 7211 or 6786. Mariners are advised that this underwater wreck site serves as a navigational hazard in the coastal waters near the Spanish-French border.

Surveying Details

23.2.77 23.2.77 SANK 30M OFF PASAJES, NEAR SAN SEBASTIAN. (LL, 19.2.77). NCA, POSN 435000N, 015500W FOR FILING ONLY. 17.12.08 17.12.08 NOT SHOWN ON FRENCH 7211 [4TH EDN 2008, 1:1,000,000]. NCA. 6.10.09 SEP 2009000085522 6.10.09 NOT SHOWN ON FRENCH 6786 [2ND EDN 2009, 1:130,000, LARGEST SCALE]. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

19.2.77 VESSEL SANK 30M OFF PASAJES NEAR SAN SEBASTIAN DUE TO LEAK IN ENGINE-ROOM. (LL, 19.2.77)

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FAQ

Where is the PASAYA wreck located?

The PASAYA wreck is located at coordinates 43 49.93 N,1 55.08 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PASAYA?

The seabed around the PASAYA lies at approximately 130 meters deep.

When did the PASAYA sink?

The PASAYA sank on Mar 16, 1971.

When was the wreck of the PASAYA discovered?

The wreck of the PASAYA was discovered in 1977.

What country did the PASAYA belong to?

The PASAYA belonged to ES.

What was the tonnage of the PASAYA?

The PASAYA had a tonnage of 176 tons.

What type of wreck is the PASAYA?

The PASAYA is classified as a trawler.

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