The 1987 Critérium du Dauphiné Libéré was the 39th edition of the cycle race and was held from 25 May to 2 June 1987.

The race started in Grenoble and finished in Carpentras.

The race was won by Charly Mottet of the Système U team.

Fifteen teams, containing a total of 131 riders, participated in the race:[3]