A brief history...
In 1282, Leba was located approximately two kilometres from what is now the mouth of the Leba River. Due to the fact that it was located at the Lebsko Lake at the Baltic Sea, it naturally became a fishing port as well as a popular place for purchasing wood. It also became a Polish fief while the Thirteen Years’ War was going on in 1454.
By 1772, Leba was officially incorporated into Prussia. A large port was constructed, resulting in a 34 metre wide channel between Leba lake and the Baltic Sea. German bohemiens flocked to this area proceeding World War I due to the beautiful landscape and scenery. A number of popular painters and artists, including Max Pechstein, visited this area frequently.
In March of 1945, just before World War II came to an end, the Red Army took over the region. The town was built up with Farther Pomerania, and the Nazis were replaced with Poles.