Empress of Ireland Suggest edit

The Empress of Ireland is a historic shipwreck located in the Saint Lawrence River, near Quebec City. The vessel sank in 1914 and is now a popular dive site, attracting divers interested in maritime history and underwater exploration.

Divers can explore the wreck, which lies upright on the riverbed. The site offers a unique opportunity to see the remains of the ship and its artifacts, along with the surrounding aquatic life. The wreck is accessible to divers with varying levels of experience, although some areas may require advanced skills due to depth and visibility conditions.

• Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
• Currents: Mild Suggest edit
• Surge: None Suggest edit
• Water temp (summer): 10.0–20.0 °C Suggest edit
• Water temp (winter): -2.0–4.0 °C Suggest edit

• Entry: Boat Suggest edit
• Permits required: Yes
  Diving permits may be required for wreck access.
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• Bottom types:
  sand silt wreck Suggest edit