1962 World Rowing Championships
| 1962 World Rowing Championships | |
|---|---|
| Venue | Rotsee | 
| Location | Lucerne, Switzerland | 
| Dates | 6–9 September | 
| Competitors | 401 from 24 nations | 
The 1962 World Rowing Championships were the inaugural world championships in rowing. The competition was held in September 1962 on the Rotsee in Lucerne, Switzerland. Rowers from West Germany dominated the competition, winning five of the seven boat classes.