Where Is the Wreck of the Titanic?
The wreck of the Titanic—which was discovered on September 1, 1985—is located at the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean, some 12,500 feet (3,810 meters) underwater. It is approximately 400 nautical miles (740 km) from Newfoundland, Canada. The ship is in two main pieces, the bow and the stern. The exact location of the ship’s bow—which is the largest and most intact portion—is 41°43′57′′ N 49°56′49′′ W.
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Where Is the Wreck of the Titanic?
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Encyclopaedia Britannica
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16 September 2025
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November 15, 2026