 Hikers ' reported enjoyment of the view is at least partly attributable to their awareness that they are at the highest point in all of northern and central Europe ( Visegrád countries ) . Visibility is merely 10 km ( 6 @.@ 2 mi ) or less on most summer afternoons because of the amount of water vapor in the air or because of cloudiness ( fog ) . Days with afternoon visibility of 50 km ( 31 mi ) or more are common only later in the fall and in winter . The view is partly blocked by the long ridge of <unk> in the west , areas near the mountain towards the south and north are obscured by the Gerlach massif itself . Several other summits in the High Tatras , including some with marked trails , offer more spectacular views with precipitous drops , varied scenery , and encompassing vistas . 
