Norway was also due to co-host the competition but withdrew due to the global health crisis. 

Instead, matches will be held at Jyske Bank Boxen in Herning and Sydbank Arena in Kolding.

Sixteen teams will compete in total, with every player living in a fully isolated bubble. 

Reigning Olympic champions Russia are in Group B with Sweden, Spain and the Czech Republic, while the Dutch world champions will be contesting Group C alongside Serbia, Hungary and Croatia. 

France will begin their title defence against hosts Denmark, Montenegro and Slovenia in Group A, with Group D comprising Romania, Norway, Germany and Poland.  

Group games start tomorrow and run until December 15.

The semi-finals are then scheduled for December 18, with the gold and bronze medal matches set for December 20.

All players, officials, media and fans either participating or attending the tournament must adhere to strict hygiene protocols.

The programme started with testing two weeks in advance at three-days intervals, with some of the participating teams choosing to self-isolate.

Social distancing and tests for all players at least every 72 hours will be in place throughout the competition.

Any player or official that tests positive for COVID-19 must self-quarantine in a separate hotel and can only return to the event on production of a negative test. 

Remaining team members will also need to be tested and will be required to self-isolate, with further tests taken for the next two days. 

Special measures are also in place on matchdays, with venues thoroughly cleaned.

"Unprecedented times call for unprecedented measures," said European Handball Federation President Michael Wiederer.

"To ensure that a safe and healthy major championship can take place, our organisation team - together with the assistance of authorities in Denmark - have left no stone unturned to make sure the safety of everyone - from players to floor moppers - is secure. 

"It is our target to create a safe environment in which athletes can perform in a relaxed way without restrictions.

"We are proud with the professionalism and patience in which the organisational teams and participating federations have dealt with the ever-changing circumstances and challenges that this pandemic has continued to throw up and we are confident the measures implemented can minimise any risk.

"In what has been a hugely challenging year, we are looking forward to what will be a unique tournament and hope that the detailed steps we have taken can show other sports the way forward in dealing with the hosting of a major sporting event.

"My sincere thanks go out to everyone involved, including our friends in Denmark - as well as those in Norway for their hard work and understanding throughout the process, and wish all the teams involved the very best of luck."