1981 Critérium du Dauphiné Libéré
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| Dates | 26 May – 2 June 1981 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Stages | 7 + Prologue | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Distance | 1,287.5 km (800.0 mi) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Winning time | 36h 22' 38" | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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The 1981 Critérium du Dauphiné Libéré was the 33rd edition of the cycle race and was held from 26 May to 2 June 1981. The race started in Grenoble and finished in Avignon. The race was won by Bernard Hinault of the Renault team.