1953 Summer International University Sports Week
| Host city | Dortmund, West Germany |
|---|---|
| Nations | 21 |
| Athletes | <800 |
| Events | 7 sports |
| Opening | August 9, 1953 |
| Closing | August 16, 1953 |
| Opened by | Walter Hallstein |
| Main venue | Stadion Rote Erde |
The 1953 Summer International University Sports Week were organised by the International University Sports Federation (FISU) and held in Dortmund, West Germany, between 7 and 14 August.