"A shipwreck discovered off the coast of Copenhagen has been identified as a cog, a medieval cargo ship, of massive dimensions. Approximately 90 feet long, 30 feet wide and 20 feet high when intact, the ship had an estimated cargo capacity of 300 tons. It was built around 1410, and is the largest cog ever found. Cogs were designed to be highly navigable, even when fully loaded with bulky cargo."
"Dendrochronological analysis shows that Svlget 2 was built around 1410 using timber from two regions: Pomerania, which is modern-day Poland, and the Netherlands. By comparing tree-ring patterns with reference data, researchers were able to date the wood and determine its origin. The planks were made of Pomeranian oak, while the frames the ship's ribs came from the Netherlands. This construction pattern suggests that the heavy planking timber was imported, while the frames were cut locally at the building site."
A medieval cog wreck off Copenhagen measures about 90 feet long, 30 feet wide and 20 feet high when intact and held an estimated 300-ton cargo capacity. The vessel was built around 1410 and represents the largest cog discovered to date. Cogs combined strong construction with high navigability, enabling Baltic voyages with relatively small crews while carrying bulky cargo. The wreck was found in the Svaelget strait between Denmark and Sweden and is exceptionally well preserved, partly by sand covering the starboard side. Tree-ring analysis dated the timber and traced planks to Pomerania and frames to the Netherlands, indicating imported heavy planking and local frame assembly, reflecting extensive timber trade and Dutch shipbuilding expertise. Archaeological exploration revealed new finds including remains of a stern castle.
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