Wilhiem Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Wilhiem Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
61 29.251 N,4 58.359 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 61.487517
  • Longitude: 4.972650
Water Depth 50 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WILHIEM
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 28, 1944
Original Detection Year 2004
Last Detection Year 2021
Original Source diver
Surveying Details HH100/351/21 29.6.04 DIVED IN 6129.251N, 0458.359E [WGD]. BOW STANDS 15MTRS HIGH IN GEN DEPTH 35MTRS BY DEPTH GAUGE. STERN IN 70MTRS BY DEPTH GAUGE. LIES 000/180 DEGS WITH BOWS N. NO DEBRIS. LIES ON PORT SIDE IN 35 TO 70MTRS OF WATER. (D ANGUS, EMAIL DTD 22.6.04). INS AS NDW. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Oct 4, 2021

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED.

General Comments

ON PORT SIDE, BOWS N

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FAQ

Where is the WILHIEM wreck located?

The WILHIEM wreck is located at coordinates 61 29.251 N,4 58.359 E.

How deep is the seabed around the WILHIEM?

The seabed around the WILHIEM lies at approximately 50 meters deep.

When did the WILHIEM sink?

The WILHIEM sank on Nov 28, 1944.

When was the wreck of the WILHIEM discovered?

The wreck of the WILHIEM was discovered in 2004.