U 608 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
U 608 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		46 51.94 N,3 8.08 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 46.865667
  • Longitude: -3.134667
Wreck Depth 65 m
Water Depth 75 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name U 608
Type submarine
Flag DE
Length 67.1 m
Width 6.1 m
Draught 4.6
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 19, 1944
Original Detection Year 1944
Last Detection Year 2017
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Jul 31, 2017

Simplified Wreck Survey

The German submarine U-608 is a confirmed underwater wreck located at coordinates 46 51.94 N, 3 8.08 W in the Bay of Biscay off the French coast. Initially reported as a non-dangerous wreck in 1969, the site was later classified as a wreck with a least depth of 65 meters in a general surrounding depth of 77 meters. Historical survey records from the French Hydrographic Office and the UK Hydrographic Office note the site as a position doubtful wreck. The structural remains of U-608 sit on the seafloor within the Bay of Biscay, categorized as a submarine obstruction requiring maritime caution due to its depth and proximity to active shipping lanes. The wreck position is officially recorded in nautical charts under the designation U-608.

Surveying Details

7.8.69 NDW IN 465200N, 030800W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). 17.12.81 SHOWN AS NDW PD ON FRENCH 6789 [1981 EDN]. 12.12.84 SHOWN AS NDW PD ON FRENCH 6990 [1984 EDN]. 20.2.89 POSN ACCURACY 1M [=PA]. USC 65MTRS IN GEN DEPTH 77MTRS. (FRENCH WK RECORDS 1987). NC 2646. 29.7.08 BA 2646 [DEC 00' EDN] SHOWS WK USC 65MTRS PA. AMENDED TO PD. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

DEPTH CHARGED BY HMS 'WREN' & RAF 53 SQUADRON. (GERMAN SUBMARINE VOL.1).

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FAQ

Where is the U 608 wreck located?

The U 608 wreck is located at coordinates 46 51.94 N,3 8.08 W.

How deep is the U 608 and where exactly is it located?

The U 608 lies at a depth of about 65 meters and is located at coordinates 46 51.94 N,3 8.08 W.

How deep is the seabed around the U 608?

The seabed around the U 608 lies at approximately 75 meters deep.

When did the U 608 sink?

The U 608 sank on Aug 19, 1944.

When was the wreck of the U 608 discovered?

The wreck of the U 608 was discovered in 1944.

What country did the U 608 belong to?

The U 608 belonged to DE.

What type of wreck is the U 608?

The U 608 is classified as a submarine.

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