293 competitors, 238 men and 55 women, took part in 148 events in 17 sports.

19 fencers, 13 men and 6 women, represented Germany in 1960.

Fourteen male field hockey players competed in 1960, when the German team finished in 7th place.

The United Team of Germany had 26 male rowers participate in all seven rowing events in 1960.

Peter Kohnke won gold in the 50 m rifle, prone and Klaus Zähringer won bronze in the 50 m rifle, three positions.