SS Presidente Viera

The SS Presidente Viera shipwreck lies on Saint-Trojan-les-Bains beach, with its rusted hull partially emerging from the sand during low tides.

This 14,000-ton steam cargo ship ran aground in November 1916 during a violent storm while traveling between Montevideo and New York with mixed cargo.

The wreck serves as an important witness to the maritime history of Oléron Island and symbolizes the dangers of early 20th century transatlantic navigation.

The wreck becomes visible from the beach during low tides and high coefficients, accessible via the unnamed road in Saint-Trojan-les-Bains.

This shipwreck disappeared under sand in the 1960s and resurfaced in the 1980s due to natural coastal erosion patterns.

Location: France métropolitaine

Address: Unnamed Road, 17370, Saint-Trojan-les-Bains, France Saint-Trojan-les-Bains

Website: https://camping-les-embruns-oleron.com/en/the-wreck-of-the-president-viera-washed-up-on-the-beach-of-saint-trojan-100-years-ago

GPS coordinates: 45.84241,-1.25462

Latest update: October 24, 2025 13:40