The Handball-Bundesliga is the top professional handball league in Germany. Established in 1966, it features the best teams competing for the championship title each season. The league consists of 18 teams, and matches are played in a round-robin format, where each team faces every other team twice. The league is known for its high level of competition and has produced many talented players who have gone on to represent Germany in international competitions. The Handball-Bundesliga is also popular among fans, with matches attracting large crowds and significant television viewership, contributing to the sport's growth in the country.