[1] Skjern Håndbold was declared Danish champion after they beat Bjerringbro-Silkeborg in the final.

HC Midtjylland was declared bankrupt during the season, and it was thus administratively relegated to the 2nd Division, the third tier of Danish handball.

[2] 14 clubs competed in the Håndboldligaen during the 2017–18 season: Copenhagen Thisted Thy Hallen 1,284 Ribe Invactor Arena 1,976 Following is the list of clubs competing in 2017–18 Håndboldligaen, with their manager, kit manufacturer and shirt sponsor.

Highest ranking team in the regular season has the home advantage in the first and possible third match.

Highest ranking team in the regular season has the home advantage in the first and possible third match.