The 1973–1974 FIRA Trophy was the 14th edition of a European rugby union championship for national teams, and first with the formula and the name of "FIRA Trophy".

The tournament was won by France, with a Grand Slam.

Romania finished in the 2nd place, with a single loss, and Spain in the 3rd place, with two wins and two losses.

Portugal withdrew from the tournament after playing only two matches due to the political situation after the Carnation Revolution.

Italy and Czechoslovakia promoted to division 2