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 Sallanches and finished in Pierrelatte.

The race was won by Greg LeMond 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.

Eleven teams, containing a total of 99 riders, participated in the race:[2] Pascal Simon, the original winner of the race,[9] was declassified to fourth place for doping.