The U-455, launched in 1941, was a German submarine designed for service in World War II. This historic vessel was discovered at significant depths, and it is widely believed that it was sunk in 1944, southeast of Genoa, by a mine. Measuring 67 meters in length, the U-455 rests between 110 and 120 meters underwater. The dive to explore this submarine is regarded as extremely challenging, making it an intriguing site for adventurous divers near Genoa.