Labenz

Labenz is a municipality in the district of Lauenburg, in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany. It is situated approximately 35 kilometers east of Hamburg and 10 kilometers south of Ratzeburg. The municipality covers an area of approximately 5.75 square kilometers.

Historically, Labenz is an agricultural village. Today, while agriculture is still present, a significant portion of the population commutes to nearby larger towns and cities for work.

Labenz is part of the Amt Sandesneben-Nusse, an administrative community that handles various local government functions for several smaller municipalities.

The local infrastructure includes basic amenities such as a village hall and volunteer fire department. More extensive shopping and services are available in nearby towns like Sandesneben and Nusse.

Population data shows Labenz as a relatively small community, typical for rural Schleswig-Holstein. Population numbers fluctuate slightly over time due to factors such as migration and birth rates.