Sylfiden Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Sylfiden Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		60 55.97 N,3 43.9 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 60.932833
  • Longitude: 3.731667
Water Depth 350 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SYLFIDEN
Type sailing vessel
Flag NO
Tonnage 796
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 11, 1917
Original Detection Year 1980
Last Detection Year 2013
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details SUNK ABOUT 50M N BY W OF HOLMENGRAD. (LL WW1) 22.2.80 NDW PA IN 605600N, 034400E. (US P/O DATED 16.10.76). NCA. 16.7.13 NOT SHOWN ON NO2B0804 [EDN 3.4].
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE BUENOS AIRES FOR FLEKKEFJORD, SUNK BY SUBMARINE ABOUT 50M N BY W OF HOLMENGRAD. (LL WW1)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 60 55.97 N,3 43.9 E
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FAQ

Where is the SYLFIDEN wreck located?

The SYLFIDEN wreck is located at coordinates 60 55.97 N,3 43.9 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SYLFIDEN?

The seabed around the SYLFIDEN lies at approximately 350 meters deep.

When did the SYLFIDEN sink?

The SYLFIDEN sank on Apr 11, 1917.

When was the wreck of the SYLFIDEN discovered?

The wreck of the SYLFIDEN was discovered in 1980.

What country did the SYLFIDEN belong to?

The SYLFIDEN belonged to NO.

What cargo was the SYLFIDEN carrying?

The SYLFIDEN was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the SYLFIDEN?

The SYLFIDEN had a tonnage of 796 tons.

What type of wreck is the SYLFIDEN?

The SYLFIDEN is classified as a sailing vessel.

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