The 1973 Critérium du Dauphiné Libéré was the 25th edition of the cycle race and was held from 28 May to 4 June 1973.

The race started in Thonon and finished at Saint-Étienne.

The race was won by Luis Ocaña of the Bic team.

Ten teams, containing a total of 100 riders, participated in the race:[2]

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