1 Division Women

Located in Denmark, the 1. Division, Women is the second tier of Danish women's handball. This national league gathers regional clubs that compete in a multi-round season with home and away matches, designed to develop talent and push the strongest teams toward the top tier. The season acts as a critical proving ground: top teams earn promotion to the elite league, while the bottom finishers face relegation and a chance to regroup in the lower division. The competition typically runs across the handball year, starting in late summer and continuing through spring, with a brief winter break. Most clubs play 20–22 matches, depending on the number of teams, and standings are decided by points, goal difference and head-to-head results. The format emphasizes consistency, solid defense, and fast transitions. Historically, the 1. Division, Women has served as a regional showcase for Danish women’s handball, producing future national team players and nurturing clubs that later compete at the highest level. Fans follow for local pride, fierce regional rivalries, and the drama of promotion battles, plus the chance to spot rising stars up close.