Live in Europe was re-released on CD by BGO in 1996.

Writing for Allmusic, music critic Murrday Fisher wrote of the album "... exemplary folk guitar...

Fans who enjoy Kottke's earlier albums, like Ice Water and Chewing Pine, will also appreciate this follow-up.

"[1] All songs by Leo Kottke except as noted.

Two bonus tracks were included in the CD release: Production notes: