The 1983 Critérium du Dauphiné Libéré was the 35th edition of the cycle race and was held from 30 May to 6 June 1983. The race started in

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and finished in Pierrelatte. The race was won by

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of the Renault-Elf team. Pascal Simon, the initial winner, tested positive for Micorene and was given a time penalty, which resulted in his demotion to fourth place.

Teams

Eleven teams, containing a total of 99 riders, participated in the race: * * * * * * Saint-Etienne–Pélussin * * * * * Poland amateur team

Route

Stages

Prologue

;30 May 1983 —

, ( ITT)

Stage 1

;31 May 1983 —

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Stage 2a

;1 June 1983 —

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Stage 2b

;1 June 1983 —

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Stage 3

;2 June 1983 —

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Stage 4

;3 June 1983 —

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Stage 5

;4 June 1983 —

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Stage 6

;5 June 1983 — Gap to Gap,

Stage 7a

;6 June 1983 —

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Stage 7b