U 171 wreck Suggest edit

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40Max dive depth

40.0 mSite max depth

10.0–20.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

40 minAvg dive time

June to SeptemberBest months

15.0–20.0 °CWater (summer)

10.0–14.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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The U 171 is a German Type IXC/40 submarine wreck that sank after hitting a mine in October 1942 off Lorient.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–20.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 15.0–20.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 10.0–14.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand rubble wreck Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Bring a wide-angle lens for wreck shots, and consider using a flashlight to illuminate dark areas.

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